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Fayetteville, NC Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Fayetteville, NC?
Fayetteville, NC gets 47.9 in of precipitation a year over about 111 rainy days, and about 1.2 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 90°F) and January the coldest (average low 32°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Fayetteville, NC has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 54°F in January to 90°F in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 33° | 56° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 49° | 73° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 69° | 89° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 52° | 74° |
How much rain does Fayetteville get?
Fayetteville gets 47.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 111 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 70% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 5.7 in. February is the driest, with 3.2 in. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to November 6, 2024.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Fayetteville got 35.2 in of rain, against a normal of 47.9 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 6.9 in.
See where Fayetteville ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in North Carolina.
Does it snow in Fayetteville?
Yes. Fayetteville gets about 1.2 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 13.5 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 22, 2025.
See where Fayetteville ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Fayetteville weather by month
Fayetteville weather in January
In January, Fayetteville averages a high of 54°F and a low of 32°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 79°F (2022) and the record low is -1°F (1985).
Fayetteville weather in February
In February, Fayetteville averages a high of 57°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 83°F (1989) and the record low is 5°F (1996).
Fayetteville weather in March
In March, Fayetteville averages a high of 65°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 89°F (1976) and the record low is 14°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fayetteville weather in April
In April, Fayetteville averages a high of 74°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 95°F (1981) and the record low is 20°F (2007). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fayetteville weather in May
In May, Fayetteville averages a high of 81°F and a low of 58°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 100°F (2019) and the record low is 34°F (1996).
Fayetteville weather in June
In June, Fayetteville averages a high of 87°F and a low of 67°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 104°F (2012) and the record low is 44°F (1972).
Fayetteville weather in July
In July, Fayetteville averages a high of 90°F and a low of 71°F. It gets 5.7 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 106°F (2002) and the record low is 52°F (2011).
Fayetteville weather in August
In August, Fayetteville averages a high of 88°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 5.2 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 105°F (1980) and the record low is 49°F (1976).
Fayetteville weather in September
In September, Fayetteville averages a high of 83°F and a low of 63°F. It gets 4.9 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 98°F (1993) and the record low is 41°F (1981).
Fayetteville weather in October
In October, Fayetteville averages a high of 74°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 99°F (2019) and the record low is 22°F (2011). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fayetteville weather in November
In November, Fayetteville averages a high of 65°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 89°F (1991) and the record low is 17°F (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fayetteville weather in December
In December, Fayetteville averages a high of 57°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 81°F (1991) and the record low is 4°F (1989).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Fayetteville
October is the sunniest month in Fayetteville, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 36%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 45% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Fayetteville is cloudier than 56% of the US.
Humidity peaks in August at 73% and is lowest in April at 53%.
Fayetteville has about 53 days a year above 90°F. Fayetteville is hotter than 70% of the US.
See where Fayetteville ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Fayetteville
The first fall freeze in Fayetteville typically comes around November 7, and the last spring freeze around March 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 226 days.
Fayetteville weather records
These records cover FAYETTEVILLE (PWC) during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Fayetteville station is 106°F, on July 24, 2002. The coldest is -1°F, on January 21, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 8.1 in of precipitation, on October 9, 2016.
31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°F per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Fayetteville
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 56°F and lows near 33°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 49°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 89°F and lows near 69°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 74°F and lows near 52°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32° | 54° | 3.4 in | 11 | 64% | 47% | 79° | -1° |
| February | 33° | 57° | 3.2 in | 9 | 63% | 40% | 83° | 5° |
| March | 40° | 65° | 3.6 in | 10 | 56% | 40% | 89° | 14° |
| April | 48° | 74° | 3.5 in | 9 | 53% | 54% | 95° | 20° |
| May | 58° | 81° | 3.4 in | 9 | 60% | 39% | 100° | 34° |
| June | 67° | 87° | 4.8 in | 10 | 64% | 40% | 104° | 44° |
| July | 71° | 90° | 5.7 in | 11 | 72% | 36% | 106° | 52° |
| August | 69° | 88° | 5.2 in | 10 | 73% | 40% | 105° | 49° |
| September | 63° | 83° | 4.9 in | 9 | 71% | 47% | 98° | 41° |
| October | 51° | 74° | 3.3 in | 8 | 70% | 58% | 99° | 22° |
| November | 40° | 65° | 3.4 in | 8 | 63% | 54% | 89° | 17° |
| December | 35° | 57° | 3.5 in | 10 | 66% | 49% | 81° | 4° |
Station: FAYETTEVILLE (PWC), 2 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Fayetteville climate questions
How much rain does Fayetteville get?
Fayetteville gets 47.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 111 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Fayetteville?
July is the wettest month in Fayetteville, with 5.7 in. February is the driest, with 3.2 in.
How many rainy days does Fayetteville have a year?
Fayetteville has about 111 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
Does it snow in Fayetteville?
Yes. Fayetteville gets about 1.2 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 1972–73, with 13.5 in.
What is the hottest month in Fayetteville?
July is the warmest month in Fayetteville, with an average high of 90°F.
What is the coldest month in Fayetteville?
January is the coldest month in Fayetteville, with an average low of 32°F.
What is the record high temperature in Fayetteville?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Fayetteville station is 106°F, set on July 24, 2002. The record low is -1°F, on January 21, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Fayetteville?
October is the sunniest month in Fayetteville, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Fayetteville?
The first fall freeze in Fayetteville typically comes around November 7. The last spring freeze is around March 26.
What is the best time to visit Fayetteville?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 69°F.