Oak Ridge, NC has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot and humid summers and mild winters. The area averages around 46 inches of precipitation per year, most of which falls in the form of rain. The average annual temperature is around 61°F, with July being the hottest month with an average high of 89°F and January being the coldest with an average low of 36°F. The area experiences all four seasons, with spring bringing blooming flowers and fall featuring colorful foliage. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of during winter months.
Oak Ridge, North Carolina gets 45 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Oak Ridge averages 6 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 216 sunny days per year in Oak Ridge. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Oak Ridge gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 112 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 89 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 30
Rain: averages 45 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 6 inches of snow a year