Scotland County Climate
Scotland County, North Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
63.5°F
Annual Precip
43.4"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
68
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,640
Excellent for heat-loving crops
Seasonal Overview
National Comparison
7-Day Outlook
Forecast
Current Conditions
Air Quality
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Weather Alerts
Climate Advisory: Scotland County
Climate Verdict
Scotland County has a warm, averaging 63.5°F year-round, moderately wet with 43.4 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 67.55 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 1.1 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 44.3°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 82.2°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
Scotland County is 4.2°F warmer than the North Carolina statewide average of 59.3°F, it is also noticeably drier, receiving 8.3 inches less precipitation than the state average, the county experiences 29.909098639455777 more extreme heat days than the state average.
Climate Profile
About Scotland County Weather
High Southern Temperatures
Scotland County is one of the warmer regions in the country with an annual average of 63.5°F. This is significantly higher than the national median and represents a deep humid subtropical zone.
One of the State's Hottest
At 63.5°F, Scotland County is much warmer than the North Carolina state average of 59.3°F. It is also drier than the state average, receiving about 8 inches less rain annually.
Hotter and Drier than Neighbors
Scotland experiences significantly more extreme heat days than northern neighbors like Rowan or Stanly. It also sees much less snowfall, averaging only 1.1 inches per year.
The Land of Constant Heat
Summers are intense, featuring 68 days of extreme heat and a July average of 82.2°F. Winters are very mild with an average temperature of 46.3°F.
Prepare for Long Summers
Residents must plan for over two months of 90-degree weather with high-capacity air conditioning. Winter maintenance is minimal as freezing temperatures and snow are infrequent.
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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.