Guilford County Climate
Guilford County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
60.3°F
Annual Precip
46.1"
Annual Snowfall
4.5"
Extreme Heat Days
39
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
4,793
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Guilford County
Climate Verdict
Guilford County has a warm, averaging 60.3°F year-round, moderately wet with 46.1 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 39.3 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 4.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 40.7°F. summers are warm — July averages 79.2°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
Guilford County closely matches the North Carolina statewide average temperature of 59.3°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 5.5 inches less precipitation than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Guilford County Weather
Warmer winters than most
Guilford County’s 60.3°F average annual temperature is several degrees warmer than the national median. The region benefits from a climate that avoids the extreme cold found in northern latitudes.
Warm and slightly dry
At 60.3°F, Guilford is about a degree warmer than the North Carolina average. Its 46.1 inches of annual precipitation is roughly 10% lower than the state average of 51.5 inches.
Snowiest in the Piedmont
Guilford sees 4.5 inches of annual snowfall, which is significantly higher than neighboring Gaston or Granville. Despite the extra snow, its 39 extreme heat days align closely with its regional peers.
Sharp heat and occasional ice
The July average reaches 79.2°F, contributing to 39 days of extreme heat each year. Winters are chilly but not freezing, with a January average of 40.7°F and the state's Piedmont-leading 4.5 inches of snow.
Winter and summer readiness
Homeowners should own a snow shovel for the 4.5 inches of annual snowfall, a rarity for this part of the state. Additionally, cooling systems must be robust enough to handle the 39 days of temperatures exceeding 90°F.
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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.