Granville County Climate
Granville County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
59.4°F
Annual Precip
46.2"
Annual Snowfall
1.7"
Extreme Heat Days
38
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,592
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
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Climate Advisory: Granville County
Climate Verdict
Granville County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 59.4°F, moderately wet with 46.2 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 38.1 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.7 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 39.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.3°F. The 40°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
Granville County closely matches the North Carolina statewide average temperature of 59.3°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.4 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Granville County Weather
Classic Mid-Atlantic warmth
Granville County averages 59.4°F annually, which is notably warmer than the national median. This climate provides a longer growing season and shorter frost windows than much of the northern U.S.
The benchmark for North Carolina
The county's 59.4°F average temp and 46.2 inches of rain perfectly mirror the state averages of 59.3°F and 51.5 inches respectively. It serves as a climate bellwether for the central part of the state.
Typical Piedmont weather patterns
Granville shares its 38 extreme heat days and 1.7 inches of snow with neighboring Vance and Person counties. It is slightly drier than the coastal plain counties to the east, receiving about 5 inches less rain than the state average.
Balanced seasonal transitions
Summer averages 77.3°F with 38 days reaching at least 90°F. Winter is manageable with a 41.3°F average and very light annual snowfall of just 1.7 inches.
Versatile home systems needed
Since the county hits 90°F on 38 different days, air conditioning is a primary utility concern. Residents should also plan for moderate annual rainfall of 46.2 inches by maintaining clear gutter systems.
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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.