Pender County Climate
Pender County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
62.1°F
Annual Precip
55.9"
Annual Snowfall
0.8"
Extreme Heat Days
51.166666666666664
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Pender County Weather
A Warm Coastal Climate Above National Norms
Pender County maintains an annual average temperature of 62.1°F, placing it well above the national median. This subtropical climate reflects the consistent warmth found across the American Southeast.
Warmer and Wetter Than the North Carolina Average
The county's 62.1°F average temperature exceeds the state average of 59.3°F. With 55.9 inches of annual rainfall, Pender is significantly wetter than the typical North Carolina county average of 51.5 inches.
Coastal Humidity Shared with Eastern Neighbors
Pender matches Pitt County's 62.1°F average temperature but receives more rain than its inland neighbor. Its 55.9-inch precipitation total highlights the high-moisture environment characteristic of the coastal plain.
Hot Humid Summers and Barely Any Snow
Summers bring 51 days of extreme heat over 90°F and a July average of 79.7°F. Winters stay very mild with a January average of 44.0°F and less than an inch of annual snowfall.
Prepare for High Humidity and Heavy Rainfall
Residents should invest in high-efficiency cooling systems to manage the 51 days of extreme summer heat. Given the 55.9 inches of annual rain, reliable drainage and moisture control are essential for home maintenance.
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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.