Claiborne County Climate
Claiborne County, Tennessee
Avg Annual Temp
54.2°F
Annual Precip
54.7"
Annual Snowfall
7.9"
Extreme Heat Days
18.5
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Claiborne County Weather
Close to the National Temperature Median
Claiborne County’s 54.2°F average is one of the closest in Tennessee to the national median. This cooler profile is typical for the mountainous northeastern corner of the state.
Well Below the Tennessee Average
The county is nearly four degrees cooler than the state average of 58.1°F. Its rainfall of 54.7 inches is slightly lower than the state average of 55.9 inches.
Coldest and Snowiest in the Group
With 7.9 inches of annual snow, Claiborne is significantly snowier than its neighbors like Cocke County. It only sees 19 extreme heat days, offering a milder summer than central counties.
Bracing Winters and Mild Summers
January is chilly with an average of 33.3°F, leading to a winter mean of 35.6°F. Summer is pleasant, staying at a manageable 72.4°F average from June through August.
Winterize for Snow and Cold
Residents should invest in winter home insulation and snow removal tools for the 7.9 inches of annual snowfall. The 33.3°F January average requires consistent heating through the season.
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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.