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Asheville (NC) Climate by Month

The climate in Asheville is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to cold in the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Asheville, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in July to a chilly 8°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -3°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Asheville experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1053 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 118 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 63 mm of rainfall.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Asheville enjoys sunny spells year-round. June sees up to 8.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. December, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 5.5 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Asheville in the United States of America

During the months of April, May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Asheville?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Asheville?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Asheville?
    July tops the wettest month list with 118 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Asheville?
    February is the driest month with 63 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Asheville?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 268 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Asheville (NC)

    Thu   Nov 21
    10°C | -1°C
    NW 32 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    6°C | -1°C
    NW 40 km/h
    4.8 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Sat   Nov 23
    10°C | 2°C
    NW 29 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain