Morganton, 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 10 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. Average highs have cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records.
Morganton, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Morganton, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Apr–Dec 
Wetter season: Jan–Aug At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.4/10
Best: April, May, June, September, October
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 21°C / 11°C
Feels Like 21°C / 10°C
Rainy Days 10
Rainfall 101 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 12 km/h
Dew Point 11°C
Snow Days 2 days
Frost Days 8 days
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Avg Low21°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
1°C
January
Avg High9°C
Rain11days
Driest Month
7days
October
Avg High22°C
Avg Low12°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
March (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, December due to frequent rain.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:12
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 20:46
Live conditions—
Morganton on the map · live conditions
Morganton, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Morganton
- Population
- 16.7K
- Elevation
- 352 m
- Coordinates
- 35.75°, -81.68°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 11 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 21°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 / 1°C . Feb: 14°C / 3°C . Mar: 17°C / 6°C . Apr: 21°C / 9°C . May: 25°C / 14°C . Jun: 29°C / 18°C . Jul: 31°C / 21°C . Aug: 29°C / 20°C . Sep: 27°C / 17°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: 116 mm. Feb: 112 mm. Mar: 99 mm. Apr: 110 mm. May: 125 mm. Jun: 70 mm. Jul: 73 mm. Aug: 104 mm. Sep: 120 mm. Oct: 99 mm. Nov: 73 mm. Dec: 110 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 70%. Feb: 71%. Mar: 66%. Apr: 67%. May: 72%. Jun: 72%. Jul: 73%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 74%. Oct: 72%. Nov: 70%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 15 km/h . Apr: 15 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 9 km/h . Aug: 9 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 12 km/h . Dec: 12 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 7h. Feb: 7h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 6h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 6. 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: 2 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 cooled by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 12 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 31°C | Jul · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · -2°C | Jan · 1°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 192 mm | May · 125 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 17 km/h | Mar · 15 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
Good September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Fair December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 1°C | 6°C / -3°C | 11days (116 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 70% Muggy | 3.1 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 3°C | 11°C / 0°C | 11days (112 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 71% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 6°C | 15°C / 3°C | 11days (99 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 66% Muggy | 5.4 High | Fair | View Details |
| April best | 21°C / 9°C | 20°C / 8°C | 9days (110 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 67% Muggy | 6.4 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 14°C | 26°C / 14°C | 12days (125 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 29°C / 18°C | 31°C / 20°C | 10days (70 mm) Wet | 11.5h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 21°C | 35°C / 24°C | 12days (73 mm) Wet | 11.9h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 29°C / 20°C | 33°C / 22°C | 12days (104 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 76% Humid | 6.9 High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 9days (120 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 74% Muggy | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 22°C / 12°C | 22°C / 11°C | 7days (99 mm) Good | 8.5h Good | 72% Muggy | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 16°C / 6°C | 14°C / 3°C | 7days (73 mm) Good | 7.5h Good | 70% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| December | 11°C / 2°C | 9°C / -1°C | 9days (110 mm) Wet | 6.2h Fair | 74% Muggy | 2.7 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Morganton 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 Morganton, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Morganton is July, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Morganton is January, with average overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Morganton is May, averaging 125mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Morganton runs through May, July, August, January, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Morganton.
Morganton receives approximately 108 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Morganton.
The least favorable months to visit Morganton are January, December, primarily due to frequent rain. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Morganton is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Morganton is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Morganton 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 Morganton are 12 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (10 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Morganton 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 Morganton is 11°C (52°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Morganton 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 Morganton 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 Morganton. It earns a climate score of 8.5/10 with Excellent.
For June in Morganton, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 10 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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