Climate and monthly weather forecastSylva, NC
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is another cold winter month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C). In Sylva, North Carolina, January records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 42.6°F (5.9°C) and reaching a low of 27°F (-2.8°C). Weather in January »Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Sylva, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The shift into February records an average high-temperature of a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C), subtly varied from January's 42.6°F (5.9°C). Weather in February »Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 36.3°F (2.4°C). Sylva's transition into March sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, edging from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in February to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Weather in March »Weather in April
April is a comfortable spring month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 62.8°F (17.1°C). The shift from March to April brings an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Sylva, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C). With the beginning of May, Sylva's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in April to an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C). Weather in May »Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a warm month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 78.4°F (25.8°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C). The shift from May to June sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an agreeable 70.7°F (21.5°C) to a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C). Weather in June »Weather in July
July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 80.2°F (26.8°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C). Sylva's warmest temperatures are experienced in July, with average high temperatures of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and lows of 59.5°F (15.3°C). Weather in July »Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature varying between 74.7°F (23.7°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C). As September takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Weather in September »Weather in October
October, like September, in Sylva, North Carolina, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 64.6°F (18.1°C) and min 44.6°F (7°C). The onset of October results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in September to an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is another cool month in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.6°F (12°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C). The onset of November coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in October to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Weather in November »Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sylva, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Weather in December »Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
Sylva notes the coldest temperatures in January, with a average high of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low of 27°F (-2.8°C).
Throughout the year, in Sylva, there are 189.2 rainfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
Months with snowfall in Sylva are January through April, October through December.
In Sylva, North Carolina, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.7 days and aggregates up to 10.16" (258mm) of snow.
The months with the lowest UV index in Sylva, North Carolina, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Sylva, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
May and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Sylva.
May through September are months without snowfall.
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Sylva.
With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.
June has the most sunshine of the year in Sylva, North Carolina, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
The average temperatures in Sylva reach their apex in July, averaging 80.2°F (26.8°C) at the high end and 59.5°F (15.3°C) at the low end.
July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation.
September is the month with the least rainfall in Sylva. Rain falls for 16.2 days and accumulates 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.
The least humid month in Sylva is November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
December is the month with the most snowfall in Sylva. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
Average temperature
Sylva, NC
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure
Sylva, NC
- Average pressure in January:
30.15"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.11"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.09"Hg - Average pressure in April:
30.01"Hg - Average pressure in May:
30.03"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.99"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
30.01"Hg - Average pressure in August:
30.01"Hg - Average pressure in September:
30.04"Hg - Average pressure in October:
30.06"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.15"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed
Sylva, NC
- Average wind speed in January:
5.8mph - Average wind speed in February:
5.8mph - Average wind speed in March:
5.6mph - Average wind speed in April:
5.8mph - Average wind speed in May:
4.6mph - Average wind speed in June:
3.7mph
- Average wind speed in July:
3.3mph - Average wind speed in August:
3.1mph - Average wind speed in September:
3.4mph - Average wind speed in October:
4.4mph - Average wind speed in November:
4.8mph - Average wind speed in December:
5.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.1mph).
Average humidity
Sylva, NC
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).
Average rainfall
Sylva, NC
- Average rainfall in January:
3.07" - Average rainfall in February:
3.54" - Average rainfall in March:
3.23" - Average rainfall in April:
3.98" - Average rainfall in May:
3.7" - Average rainfall in June:
2.87"
- Average rainfall in July:
4.33" - Average rainfall in August:
3.46" - Average rainfall in September:
2.56" - Average rainfall in October:
2.8" - Average rainfall in November:
2.91" - Average rainfall in December:
3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.56").
Average rainfall days
Sylva, NC
- Average rainfall days in January:
13.3 days - Average rainfall days in February:
13.5 days - Average rainfall days in March:
16.5 days - Average rainfall days in April:
16.4 days - Average rainfall days in May:
19.6 days - Average rainfall days in June:
19 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
20.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
18.8 days - Average rainfall days in September:
16.2 days - Average rainfall days in October:
11.9 days - Average rainfall days in November:
10.7 days - Average rainfall days in December:
12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).
Average snowfall
Sylva, NC
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days
Sylva, NC
- Average snowfall days in January:
5.3 days - Average snowfall days in February:
5.3 days - Average snowfall days in March:
2.6 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.5 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0.1 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0.5 days - Average snowfall days in November:
1 days - Average snowfall days in December:
3.4 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Sylva, NC
- Average daylight in January:
10h and 6min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 54min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 6min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in June:
14h and 30min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 18min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 30min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 18min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 18min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in January:
5h and 18min - Average sunshine in February:
6h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
6h and 42min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 18min - Average sunshine in May:
9h and 18min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 12min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 6min - Average sunshine in August:
9h and 36min - Average sunshine in September:
8h and 6min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 48min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 54min - Average sunshine in December:
5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days
Sylva, NC
- Average sunshine days in January:
14.4 days - Average sunshine days in February:
11.6 days - Average sunshine days in March:
11.9 days - Average sunshine days in April:
11.8 days - Average sunshine days in May:
9.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
9.2 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
8.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
10.4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
11.5 days - Average sunshine days in October:
17.7 days - Average sunshine days in November:
17.1 days - Average sunshine days in December:
15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index
Sylva, NC
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Sylva, NC
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility
Sylva, NC
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
