Bamberg County Climate
Bamberg County, South Carolina
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
64.4°F
Annual Precip
48.5"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
63
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
Precipitation Calendar
Growing Season & Gardening
8b
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
5,781
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Bamberg County
Climate Verdict
Bamberg County has a warm, averaging 64.4°F year-round, moderately wet with 48.5 inches of annual precipitation, significant summer heat with 63.4 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 47.0°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.2°F. The 34°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
Bamberg County closely matches the South Carolina statewide average temperature of 62.8°F.
Climate Profile
About Bamberg County Weather
Warm humid subtropical climate patterns
Bamberg's 64.4°F annual average is much warmer than the national median. This climate sees 48.5 inches of rain, which is very close to the South Carolina state average.
One of the state's warmer regions
Bamberg is warmer than most of the state, exceeding the South Carolina average of 62.8°F by over 1.5 degrees. It ranks as one of the warmest inland counties in the region.
Tied with neighbors for high heat
It is nearly identical to neighboring Barnwell at 64.3°F and slightly warmer than Allendale at 63.4°F. This region maintains a consistently warm thermal corridor across the coastal plain.
Two months of extreme heat days
The county experiences 63 days of extreme heat as July averages 81.2°F. Winters are exceptionally mild at 48.7°F with only 0.3 inches of average annual snowfall.
Focus on AC and winter projects
HVAC maintenance is critical to manage the 63 days of extreme heat each year. The mild winters allow for outdoor projects and light attire for most of the season.
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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.