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Sanford (NC) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Sanford experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from very warm days to cold weather. 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

The climate in Sanford is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July to a chilly 11°C in the coolest month, January.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -1°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Sanford has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1125 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Sanford offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between September (125 mm) and January (67 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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Sanford serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in June with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.2 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (59 KM, 36 Miles).

Forecast for Sanford (NC)

Fri   Dec 27
7°C | 3°C
NE 3 m/s
2.3 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

Sat   Dec 28
18°C | 6°C
S 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sun   Dec 29
20°C | 14°C
S 6 m/s
19 mm
overcast and thunder

overcast and thunder

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

During the months of April 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Sanford?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Sanford?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Sanford?
    September tops the wettest month list with 125 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Sanford?
    January is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Sanford?
    June is the sunniest month with an average of 267 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.