Gates County Climate
Gates County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
58.5°F
Annual Precip
49.6"
Annual Snowfall
2.6"
Extreme Heat Days
28.7
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
DryWet❄= snowfall
❄3.7"
❄2.8"
3.9"
3.5"
4.0"
5.0"
5.5"
5.6"
5.1"
3.8"
3.2"
❄3.5"
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May
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Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
Warmer than 67% of US counties
Wetter than 74% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 29% of US counties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Gates County?
The average annual temperature in Gates County, NC is 58.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Gates County get?
Gates County receives an average of 49.6 inches of precipitation per year, including both rain and meltwater from snow. This is based on NOAA 30-year climate normals.
Does it snow in Gates County?
Yes, Gates County receives an average of 2.6 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Gates County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Gates County is 75.9°F. The county experiences an average of 28.7 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Gates County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Gates County is 41.2°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 39.2°F.
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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.