The climate in the Henderson, NC Metro Area is generally mild and temperate. Summers are generally warm and humid, with occasional periods of intense heat. Winters are usually cool, with temperatures rarely dropping below freezing. Spring and autumn are pleasant with temperatures typically ranging from the mid-50s to mid-80s. Rainfall occurs throughout the year, but it is more common during late spring and summer months. This area also experiences some severe weather, such as strong thunderstorms, floods, and even tornadoes.
Henderson Metro Area, North Carolina gets 45 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Henderson Metro Area averages 3 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 217 sunny days per year in Henderson Metro Area. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Henderson Metro Area gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 102 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 26
Rain: averages 45 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 3 inches of snow a year