Richmond County Climate
Richmond County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
62.9°F
Annual Precip
49.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.5"
Extreme Heat Days
70
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,489
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
Safety
Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Richmond County
Climate Verdict
Richmond County has a warm, averaging 62.9°F year-round, moderately wet with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 69.8 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.5 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 43.5°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.8°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
Richmond County is 3.6°F warmer than the North Carolina statewide average of 59.3°F, it is somewhat drier than average for North Carolina, the county experiences 32.15909863945578 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Richmond County Weather
High Heat Levels Above National Medians
Richmond County is significantly warmer than the national average, with an annual mean of 62.9°F. This makes it one of the hotter regions in the southern United States.
One of North Carolina's Warmest Counties
Richmond’s 62.9°F average temperature is much higher than the North Carolina state average of 59.3°F. It is also a state leader in heat intensity, experiencing 70 days of temperatures over 90°F.
The Regional Leader in Summer Heat
Richmond is noticeably warmer than neighboring Robeson and Randolph counties. It experiences 12 more days of extreme heat than Robeson and double the heat days of Polk County.
Extreme Summer Heat and Negligible Snow
Summer dominates with a July average of 81.8°F and a staggering 70 days of extreme heat. Winters are very mild, seeing only 0.5 inches of snow and a winter average of 45.4°F.
Prioritize Air Conditioning and Sun Safety
High-efficiency cooling is mandatory for the 70 days of extreme heat each year. Since snowfall is nearly non-existent, residents can focus their maintenance budgets on heat mitigation rather than winter prep.
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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.