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Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC?
Greensboro, NC gets 45.9 in of precipitation a year over about 108 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 89°F) and January the coldest (average low 30°F).
Humid subtropical climate
Greensboro, NC has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 50°F in January to 89°F in July. July is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 32° | 53° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 49° | 71° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 68° | 87° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 51° | 71° |
How much rain does Greensboro get?
Greensboro gets 45.9 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 108 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 67% of the US.
July is the wettest month, with 5.8 in. February is the driest, with 2.5 in. August has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 20 days, to November 20, 2023.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Greensboro got 32.3 in of rain, against a normal of 45.9 in for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 7.6 in.
See where Greensboro ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in North Carolina.
Does it snow in Greensboro?
The snowiest winter on record is 1986–87, with 23.4 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on February 5, 2026.
From September 2025 to August 2026 the station measured 12.5 in of snow. January 2026 had the most, with 12.1 in.
See where Greensboro ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Greensboro weather by month
Greensboro weather in January
In January, Greensboro averages a high of 50°F and a low of 30°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 76°F (1974) and the record low is -1°F (1972).
Greensboro weather in February
In February, Greensboro averages a high of 54°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 2.5 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 81°F (2017) and the record low is 6°F (1979).
Greensboro weather in March
In March, Greensboro averages a high of 63°F and a low of 40°F. It gets 3.7 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 86°F (2020) and the record low is 5°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Greensboro weather in April
In April, Greensboro averages a high of 72°F and a low of 49°F. It gets 3.6 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 92°F (2017) and the record low is 25°F (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Greensboro weather in May
In May, Greensboro averages a high of 79°F and a low of 59°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 95°F (2018) and the record low is 36°F (1970). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Greensboro weather in June
In June, Greensboro averages a high of 86°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 102°F (2012) and the record low is 45°F (1972).
Greensboro weather in July
In July, Greensboro averages a high of 89°F and a low of 70°F. It gets 5.8 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 103°F (1977) and the record low is 53°F (1972).
Greensboro weather in August
In August, Greensboro averages a high of 87°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 100°F (1977) and the record low is 44°F (2024).
Greensboro weather in September
In September, Greensboro averages a high of 81°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 99°F (2024) and the record low is 38°F (1974).
Greensboro weather in October
In October, Greensboro averages a high of 71°F and a low of 51°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 94°F (2019) and the record low is 25°F (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Greensboro weather in November
In November, Greensboro averages a high of 61°F and a low of 39°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 88°F (1974) and the record low is 15°F (1970).
Greensboro weather in December
In December, Greensboro averages a high of 53°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 3.4 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 77°F (1971) and the record low is 5°F (2022).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Greensboro
October is the sunniest month in Greensboro, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 46% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Greensboro is cloudier than 51% of the US.
Humidity peaks in August at 73% and is lowest in April at 55%.
Greensboro has about 34 days a year above 90°F. Greensboro is hotter than 56% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 10 days a year.
See where Greensboro ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.
First and last freeze in Greensboro
The first fall freeze in Greensboro typically comes around November 4, and the last spring freeze around April 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 213 days.
Greensboro weather records
These records cover GREENSBORO WTP during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Greensboro station is 103°F, on July 8, 1977. The coldest is -1°F, on January 16, 1972.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 5.5 in of precipitation, on September 8, 1977.
The best time to visit Greensboro
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 53°F and lows near 32°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 49°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 87°F and lows near 68°F. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 71°F and lows near 51°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30° | 50° | 3.2 in | 9 | 65% | 45% | 76° | -1° |
| February | 33° | 54° | 2.5 in | 9 | 63% | 41% | 81° | 6° |
| March | 40° | 63° | 3.7 in | 10 | 56% | 42% | 86° | 5° |
| April | 49° | 72° | 3.6 in | 9 | 55% | 54% | 92° | 25° |
| May | 59° | 79° | 3.3 in | 10 | 64% | 38% | 95° | 36° |
| June | 66° | 86° | 5.1 in | 10 | 65% | 41% | 102° | 45° |
| July | 70° | 89° | 5.8 in | 9 | 71% | 39% | 103° | 53° |
| August | 69° | 87° | 4.5 in | 11 | 73% | 44% | 100° | 44° |
| September | 62° | 81° | 4.4 in | 8 | 72% | 47% | 99° | 38° |
| October | 51° | 71° | 3.2 in | 7 | 70% | 58% | 94° | 25° |
| November | 39° | 61° | 3.0 in | 8 | 62% | 55% | 88° | 15° |
| December | 34° | 53° | 3.4 in | 9 | 67% | 48% | 77° | 5° |
Station: GREENSBORO WTP, 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.
Greensboro climate questions
How much rain does Greensboro get?
Greensboro gets 45.9 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 108 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Greensboro?
July is the wettest month in Greensboro, with 5.8 in. February is the driest, with 2.5 in.
How many rainy days does Greensboro have a year?
Greensboro has about 108 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Greensboro?
July is the warmest month in Greensboro, with an average high of 89°F.
What is the coldest month in Greensboro?
January is the coldest month in Greensboro, with an average low of 30°F.
What is the record high temperature in Greensboro?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Greensboro station is 103°F, set on July 8, 1977. The record low is -1°F, on January 16, 1972.
What is the sunniest month in Greensboro?
October is the sunniest month in Greensboro, with estimated sunshine of 58% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Greensboro?
The first fall freeze in Greensboro typically comes around November 4. The last spring freeze is around April 5.
What is the best time to visit Greensboro?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 71°F.