Climate Overview
The climate in Bryson City is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 1608mm of precipitation falls per year. Bryson City receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bryson City is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: Luglio, Agosto, Giugno. The coldest months are Gennaio, Febbraio, Dicembre, when temperatures can drop to -2°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Bryson City vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is Luglio, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is Gennaio, when overnight lows fall to -2°C and the daily average is 2°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°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
Bryson City is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1608mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 134mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 163mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 98mm. That's 65mm less than February, 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 45cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 17cm.
Wind
Bryson City is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/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 12km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
93 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Bryson City, which began on March 20, 2026. Bryson City 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 Luglio at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in Gennaio near -2°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 4 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 412mm across the season with a monthly average of 137mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 431mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 321mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -2 to 11°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 444mm across the season with a monthly average of 148mm. Expect around 37cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 Bryson City 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.