Elon, United States experiences average highs of 21°C (70°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Elon, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Elon, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Aug At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.1/10
Best: April, May, June, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 21°C / 11°C
Feels Like 21°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 98 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Snow Days 2 days
Frost Days 8 days
Hottest Month
32°C
July
Avg Low22°C
Rain16days
Coldest Month
0°C
January
Avg High9°C
Rain10days
Driest Month
7days
October
Avg High22°C
Avg Low12°C
Windiest Month
17 km/h
March (Gusts 41)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 20:38
Live conditions—
Elon on the map · live conditions
Elon, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Elon
- Population
- 10K
- Elevation
- 215 m
- Coordinates
- 36.10°, -79.51°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 10 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 14 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 11°C
Avg Low 2°C
Rain 10 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 9°C / 0°C . Feb: 13°C / 3°C . Mar: 17°C / 6°C . Apr: 22°C / 10°C . May: 25°C / 15°C . Jun: 30°C / 19°C . Jul: 32°C / 22°C . Aug: 30°C / 21°C . Sep: 27°C / 18°C . Oct: 22°C / 12°C . Nov: 16°C / 6°C . Dec: 11°C / 2°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 101 mm. Feb: 99 mm. Mar: 89 mm. Apr: 98 mm. May: 117 mm. Jun: 82 mm. Jul: 112 mm. Aug: 124 mm. Sep: 123 mm. Oct: 77 mm. Nov: 66 mm. Dec: 93 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 70%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 65%. Apr: 66%. May: 70%. Jun: 70%. Jul: 73%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 75%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 69%. Dec: 73%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 17 km/h . Mar: 17 km/h . Apr: 17 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 8h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 6h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Snow Days
Snow DaysSnowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 3 days. Feb: 1 days. Mar: 1 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 1 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 32°C | Jul · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -3°C | Jan · 0°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 179 mm | Aug · 124 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 18 km/h | Mar · 17 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Fair March
Fair April best
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Fair August
Fair September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Fair December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 0°C | 6°C / -4°C | 10days (101 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 70% Muggy | 3.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 13°C / 3°C | 11°C / 0°C | 10days (99 mm) Wet | 6.7h Fair | 71% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 6°C | 15°C / 2°C | 10days (89 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 65% Muggy | 5.6 High | Fair | View Details |
| April best | 22°C / 10°C | 21°C / 8°C | 9days (98 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 66% Muggy | 6.6 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 15°C | 26°C / 15°C | 12days (117 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 70% Muggy | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 30°C / 19°C | 32°C / 21°C | 11days (82 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 22°C | 36°C / 25°C | 16days (112 mm) Wet | 11.7h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 21°C | 34°C / 23°C | 15days (124 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 76% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 10days (123 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 75% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 7days (77 mm) Good | 8.2h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 16°C / 6°C | 14°C / 3°C | 7days (66 mm) Good | 7.5h Good | 69% Muggy | 3.7 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| December | 11°C / 2°C | 9°C / -1°C | 9days (93 mm) Wet | 6.2h Fair | 73% Muggy | 2.8 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Elon are April, May, June, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Elon, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Elon is July, with average daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Elon is January, with average overnight lows of 0°C (32°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Elon is August, averaging 124mm of precipitation across 15 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Elon runs through July, August, May, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Elon.
Elon receives approximately 106 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Elon.
The least favorable months to visit Elon are January, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Elon is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Elon is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Elon receives snow. Months with snowfall average 2 snow days and 4 cm (2 in) of accumulation, with about 8 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Elon are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 17 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 25 mph).
Elon averages 6 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Elon is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Elon has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Elon ranges from 10°C (50°F) to 21°C (70°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Elon. It earns a climate score of 7.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Elon, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 30°C (85°F) and 11 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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