Kinston, United States experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 13°C (55°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.
Kinston, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kinston, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.5/10
Best: April, May, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 23°C / 13°C
Feels Like 23°C / 13°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 106 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 72%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Snow Days 1 days
Frost Days 6 days
Hottest Month
32°C
July
Avg Low23°C
Rain18days
Coldest Month
3°C
January
Avg High12°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
6days
October
Avg High23°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
19 km/h
March (Gusts 43)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, July, August, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:57
Daylight 14.5h
Sunset 20:28
Live conditions—
Kinston on the map · live conditions
Kinston, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Kinston
- Population
- 21.3K
- Elevation
- 13 m
- Coordinates
- 35.26°, -77.58°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 14°C
Avg Low 4°C
Rain 9 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: 12°C / 3°C . Feb: 16°C / 6°C . Mar: 19°C / 8°C . Apr: 23°C / 12°C . May: 26°C / 17°C . Jun: 30°C / 21°C . Jul: 32°C / 23°C . Aug: 30°C / 22°C . Sep: 28°C / 20°C . Oct: 23°C / 14°C . Nov: 18°C / 8°C . Dec: 14°C / 5°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 91 mm. Feb: 85 mm. Mar: 89 mm. Apr: 89 mm. May: 123 mm. Jun: 120 mm. Jul: 142 mm. Aug: 163 mm. Sep: 138 mm. Oct: 66 mm. Nov: 71 mm. Dec: 94 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 69%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 66%. Apr: 65%. May: 71%. Jun: 74%. Jul: 78%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 73%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 73%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 19 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 13 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 15 km/h . Nov: 15 km/h . Dec: 16 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. 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: 1 days. Feb: 1 days. Mar: 0 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: 0 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 26 mm.
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 · -1°C | Jan · 3°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 194 mm | Aug · 163 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 21 km/h | Mar · 19 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Fair March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Fair July
Wet August
Poor September
Good October best
Excellent November
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 3°C | 9°C / -1°C | 9days (91 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 69% Muggy | 3.3 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 16°C / 6°C | 14°C / 2°C | 10days (85 mm) Wet | 7h Good | 71% Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 19°C / 8°C | 17°C / 5°C | 10days (89 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 66% Muggy | 5.7 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 23°C / 12°C | 23°C / 10°C | 9days (89 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 65% Muggy | 6.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 26°C / 17°C | 28°C / 17°C | 13days (123 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 7 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 30°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 14days (120 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 18days (142 mm) Wet | 11.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 22°C | 35°C / 26°C | 16days (163 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 80% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 20°C | 31°C / 22°C | 11days (138 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 77% Humid | 5.9 High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 23°C / 14°C | 24°C / 14°C | 6days (66 mm) Good | 8.4h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 18°C / 8°C | 17°C / 6°C | 7days (71 mm) Good | 7.7h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.7 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 14°C / 5°C | 12°C / 1°C | 8days (94 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 73% Muggy | 3 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kinston are April, May, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kinston, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kinston 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 Kinston is January, with average overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kinston is August, averaging 163mm of precipitation across 16 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kinston runs through July, August, June, May, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Kinston.
Kinston receives approximately 107 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kinston.
The least favorable months to visit Kinston are January, July, August, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider April, May, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Kinston is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Kinston is 72%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Kinston receives snow. Months with snowfall average 1 snow days and 2 cm (1 in) of accumulation, with about 6 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Kinston are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 19 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 43 km/h / 27 mph).
Kinston averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 56%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Kinston is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Kinston 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 Kinston ranges from 13°C (55°F) to 23°C (73°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Kinston, with a climate score of 6.4/10. Consider visiting during April, May, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Kinston, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 30°C (85°F) and 14 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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