Haywood County Climate
Haywood County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
54.6°F
Annual Precip
52.1"
Annual Snowfall
8.3"
Extreme Heat Days
8
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
7a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
3,300
Supports most vegetables & fruits
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Haywood County
Climate Verdict
Haywood County has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 54.6°F, moderately wet with 52.1 inches of annual precipitation, rare extreme heat with only 7.633333333333333 days above 90°F annually, light snow averaging 8.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 36.2°F. summers are warm — July averages 71.8°F. The 36°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Growing season and gardening data is currently limited for Haywood County. Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and local extension office for specific guidance.
Regional Context
Haywood County is 4.7°F cooler than the North Carolina statewide average of 59.3°F, the county experiences 30.007568027210887 fewer extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Haywood County Weather
Cool mountain temperate climate
Haywood County’s 54.6°F annual average is right at the national median, making it much cooler than the typical North Carolina profile. This is driven by its significant elevation in the Great Smoky Mountains.
One of the state's coolest counties
The county is nearly five degrees cooler than the state average of 59.3°F. It also sees 52.1 inches of precipitation, making it slightly wetter than the North Carolina average of 51.5 inches.
A sanctuary from the heat
While nearby Henderson and Graham see 35+ days of extreme heat, Haywood only experiences 8 days above 90°F. It also records 8.3 inches of snow, roughly double what is seen in the Piedmont neighbors.
Cold winters and mild summers
Summer is pleasant with an average of 70.5°F and very few truly hot days. Winters are more rigorous than the rest of the state, with a January average of 36.2°F and 8.3 inches of annual snow.
Winterize your lifestyle
Focus on winter preparedness, as the 8.3 inches of snow and cold January temps are the primary climate challenges. Air conditioning is rarely a priority here, given there are only 8 extreme heat days per year.
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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.