Mitchell County Climate
Mitchell County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
47.5°F
Annual Precip
72.7"
Annual Snowfall
50.9"
Extreme Heat Days
0.95
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
DryWet❄= snowfall
❄6.7"
❄5.1"
❄6.2"
❄6.3"
❄6.0"
5.6"
6.3"
6.7"
7.4"
❄5.3"
❄5.3"
❄5.8"
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Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
Warmer than 22% of US counties
Wetter than 99% of US counties
More seasonal variation than 14% of US counties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average temperature in Mitchell County?
The average annual temperature in Mitchell County, NC is 47.5°F, based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991-2020).
How much rain does Mitchell County get?
Mitchell County receives an average of 72.7 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 Mitchell County?
Yes, Mitchell County receives an average of 50.9 inches of snowfall per year according to NOAA climate normals.
How hot does Mitchell County get in summer?
The average summer temperature (June-August) in Mitchell County is 63.0°F. The county experiences an average of 0.95 days per year above 90°F.
How cold are winters in Mitchell County?
The average winter temperature (December-February) in Mitchell County is 31.7°F. January, typically the coldest month, averages 29.4°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.