Stokes County Climate
Stokes County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
57.8°F
Annual Precip
47.3"
Annual Snowfall
7.4"
Extreme Heat Days
33.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Stokes County Weather
Temperate Northern Piedmont Climate
Stokes County averages 57.8°F annually, which is closer to the national median than most of North Carolina. It features four distinct seasons with a noticeable winter presence.
Cooler Than the State Average
The county's average temperature is 1.5 degrees lower than the North Carolina average of 59.3°F. It receives 47.3 inches of precipitation, slightly less than the state average.
Snowier Than Southern Neighbors
Stokes receives 7.4 inches of snow annually, which is significantly higher than Rowan or Stanly. It also enjoys fewer extreme heat days than the counties to its south.
Colder Winters and Moderate Heat
Winter temperatures average 40.1°F, bringing more snow than much of the state. Summers are warm but moderated, with 34 days of extreme heat and a July average of 77.4°F.
Equip for Winter Snow
With over 7 inches of annual snow, residents should keep shovels and winter tires ready. The 34 days of extreme heat also require reliable indoor cooling during the peak of summer.
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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.