Cleveland County Climate
Cleveland County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
59.2°F
Annual Precip
50.2"
Annual Snowfall
3.5"
Extreme Heat Days
42.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Cleveland County Weather
A Classic Southern Climate
Cleveland County averages 59.2°F, placing it right in the heart of the humid subtropical zone. It sees 50.2 inches of annual precipitation, which is typical for the American South.
Mirroring the State Average
At 59.2°F, Cleveland sits almost exactly at the North Carolina state average. Its rainfall of 50.2 inches is also very close to the statewide figure of 51.5 inches.
Warmer and Wetter Than Catawba
Cleveland is slightly warmer than its neighbor Catawba and experiences 10 more days of extreme heat annually. It also sees more snowfall than most counties in the eastern part of the state.
Six Weeks of Extreme Heat
The county endures 43 days of 90-degree heat, centered around a warm 78.3°F July average. Winters are manageable, with a 39.8°F January average and 3.5 inches of annual snow.
Prepare for Heat and Occasional Snow
With over 40 days of extreme heat, homeowners should ensure cooling systems are high-efficiency. The 3.5 inches of snow is enough to cause occasional travel issues, so a basic winter kit is recommended.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.