Winston-Salem (NC) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Winston-Salem 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 now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Winston-Salem is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in July to a chilly 9°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Winston-Salem has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1133 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Winston-Salem remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 117 mm over 13 days. In February, this drops slightly to 73 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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
Winston-Salem offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between June (9.1 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
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Winston-Salem.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 76%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. 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 Winston-Salem 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 9°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 117 mm of rainfall.
February is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.
June is the sunniest month with an average of 272 hours of sunshine.
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