Salisbury (NC) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Salisbury is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very 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 maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Salisbury, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a chilly 10°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -2°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Salisbury experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1079 mm of precipitation annually. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, June, sees around 121 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 64 mm of rainfall.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
In Salisbury, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.7 hours per average day. 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 Salisbury.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 74%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Salisbury in the United States of America
During the months of April, May 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 121 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 64 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 293 hours of sunshine.
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