Asheville, NC Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Asheville
Located in North Carolina, United States, Asheville experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 84°F (29°C) in July and dip to about 46°F (8°C) in January, with around 43.0 inches (1091 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 84°F (29°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 46°F (8°C)
- Record high: 94°F (34°C) · Record low: -1°F (-19°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: September (9 rainy days) · Sunniest: June (12.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 5 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 84°F (29°C) and overnight lows stay near 64°F (18°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 46°F (8°C) and lows around 28°F (-2°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 94°F (34°C) and dropped as low as -1°F (-19°C).
Rain, sun and snow
September is usually the wettest month. It brings about 4.3 inches (108 mm) of rain over 9 days, while November is the driest. June brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.0 hours of sun a day. Snow falls on about 5 days in a typical year, mostly from December through March.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 28° | 10 | 3.7 in | 6.7 h/day | 72% |
| February | 52° | 32° | 12 | 4.0 in | 7.0 h/day | 73% |
| March | 59° | 37° | 12 | 3.6 in | 8.3 h/day | 70% |
| April | 66° | 42° | 10 | 3.7 in | 9.9 h/day | 70% |
| May | 73° | 52° | 13 | 3.7 in | 10.9 h/day | 75% |
| June | 80° | 59° | 12 | 2.9 in | 12.0 h/day | 75% |
| July | 84° | 64° | 16 | 3.1 in | 12.0 h/day | 77% |
| August | 82° | 62° | 15 | 3.8 in | 11.2 h/day | 79% |
| September | 78° | 58° | 9 | 4.3 in | 10.1 h/day | 77% |
| October | 68° | 47° | 7 | 3.4 in | 8.9 h/day | 76% |
| November | 57° | 37° | 7 | 2.8 in | 7.6 h/day | 73% |
| December | 51° | 33° | 9 | 4.0 in | 6.2 h/day | 76% |
Asheville month by month
Asheville weather in January
January brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 28°F (-2°C), about 10 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days - typically the coldest month of the year in Asheville.
Asheville weather in February
February brings highs around 52°F (11°C), lows near 32°F (0°C), about 12 wet days and roughly 2 snowy days.
Asheville weather in March
March brings highs around 59°F (15°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 12 wet days.
Asheville weather in April
April brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 42°F (6°C), about 10 wet days.
Asheville weather in May
May brings highs around 73°F (23°C), lows near 52°F (11°C), about 13 wet days.
Asheville weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 59°F (15°C), about 12 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Asheville.
Asheville weather in July
July brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 16 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Asheville.
Asheville weather in August
August brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 15 wet days.
Asheville weather in September
September brings highs around 78°F (25°C), lows near 58°F (14°C), about 9 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Asheville.
Asheville weather in October
October brings highs around 68°F (20°C), lows near 47°F (8°C), about 7 wet days.
Asheville weather in November
November brings highs around 57°F (14°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 7 wet days - typically the driest month of the year in Asheville.
Asheville weather in December
December brings highs around 51°F (11°C), lows near 33°F (0°C), about 9 wet days.
Seasons in Asheville
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Asheville is mild, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 44°F (7°C); expect showers on roughly 35 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Asheville is hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 62°F (16°C); expect showers on roughly 43 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Asheville is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 68°F (20°C) and nights around 47°F (8°C); expect showers on roughly 23 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Asheville runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 50°F (10°C) and nights around 31°F (-1°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season, plus around 4 snowy days.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Asheville
The best time to visit Asheville is generally September to November and April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 67°F (20°C).
Pack for Asheville with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 64°F (18°C).
Asheville temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.