Hyde County Climate
Hyde County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.1°F
Annual Precip
55.3"
Annual Snowfall
1.7"
Extreme Heat Days
30
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,171
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: Hyde County
Climate Verdict
Hyde County has a warm, averaging 62.1°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 55.3 inches of precipitation annually, occasional hot days — 29.633333333333336 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 mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.9°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 80.2°F. The 36°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
Hyde County closely matches the North Carolina statewide average temperature of 59.3°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for North Carolina.
Climate Profile
About Hyde County Weather
A warm, wet coastal outlier
Hyde County’s annual average of 62.1°F is much warmer than the national median. Its position on the Pamlico Sound creates a maritime climate that keeps temperatures high year-round.
One of North Carolina’s warmest counties
Hyde exceeds the state average temperature of 59.3°F by nearly three degrees. It also receives 55.3 inches of annual rain, making it significantly wetter than the North Carolina average of 51.5 inches.
The wettest stretch of the coast
Comparing rainfall, Hyde’s 55.3 inches outpaces many inland neighbors. It sees very little snow, averaging just 1.7 inches, which is far below the averages found in the Piedmont.
Sweltering summers and stable maritime winters
July averages a warm 80.2°F, but the water's influence limits extreme heat to 30 days per year. Winter is exceptionally mild, with temperatures averaging 45.6°F from December to February.
Design for rain and coastal humidity
Invest in high-quality rain gear and moisture control for your home to handle the 55-inch annual rainfall. Snow shovels aren't needed here, but dehumidifiers are essential during the muggy summer months.
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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.