Chapel Hill (NC) Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Chapel Hill’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in the United States of America.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to cold in Chapel Hill. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like January. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around -1°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Chapel Hill by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 129 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 12 days. For more information, please visit our Chapel Hill Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in the United States of America Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Chapel Hill Temperatures Compared World Wide
Chapel Hill’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
Glasgow, Scotland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 13°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild winters.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Chapel Hill’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Chapel Hill climate page.
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