Cherokee (NC) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Cherokee can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Cherokee can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 8°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -5°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cherokee is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1388 mm. Cherokee offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between December (167 mm) and May (96 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Cherokee offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between June (8.9 hours daily) and December (5.5 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Cherokee.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 84%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Cherokee in the United States of America
During the months of April, May, September and October 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:
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 167 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 96 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 268 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
