Cumberland County Climate
Cumberland County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.5°F
Annual Precip
46.5"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
62
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,356
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Climate Advisory: Cumberland County
Climate Verdict
Cumberland County has a warm, averaging 62.5°F year-round, moderately wet with 46.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 61.85 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.5°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.3°F. The 38°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Cumberland County is 3.1°F warmer than the North Carolina statewide average of 59.3°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.1 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 24.20909863945578 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Cumberland County Weather
Intense Heat in the Sandhills
Cumberland County averages 62.5°F annually, placing it in the top tier of warm US counties. While hot, its 46.5 inches of rain is slightly drier than the North Carolina state average.
Significantly Hotter Than the State Average
Cumberland is more than 3 degrees warmer than the North Carolina average of 59.3°F. It is one of the hottest inland counties in the southern part of the state.
Far Hotter Than Central Neighbors
With 62 days of extreme heat, Cumberland is nearly twice as hot as Chatham County. It maintains a drier profile than coastal Craven while facing more intense summer peaks.
The Region's Hottest July
July is sweltering at 81.3°F, leading to two full months of 90-degree days annually. January is mild at 43.5°F, and snow is an occasional dusting averaging 1.1 inches.
Manage Extreme Heat and Humidity
Cooling systems are the most important utility here given the 62 days of extreme heat. Winter preparation can be minimal, as temperatures rarely stay below freezing for long.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.