Climate Overview
The climate in Ashe County Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 1285mm of precipitation falls per year. Ashe County Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ashe County Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Ashe County Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Ashe County Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1285mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 107mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 123mm of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 72mm. That's 52mm less than August, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 49cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 18cm.
Wind
Ashe County Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 8km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 18km/h in winter, 18km/h in spring, 12km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Ashe County Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Ashe County Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 340mm across the season with a monthly average of 113mm. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 15 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 333mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 284mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 328mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Expect around 40cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 18km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ashe County Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
