Cherokee County, SC has a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from the mid-30s F in winter to the upper 80s F in summer. The average annual rainfall is approximately 45 inches per year, making it one of the wettest areas in South Carolina. The county experiences all four seasons, but snowfall is usually minimal with no more than an inch or two each year. Humidity levels can be quite high throughout the year due to its location near mountains and valleys that block air movement. Overall, spring and fall are typically mild and pleasant, making Cherokee County a great place to live for those who enjoy warm weather without extreme temperatures or precipitation.
Cherokee County, South Carolina gets 47 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Cherokee County averages 2 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 218 sunny days per year in Cherokee County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Cherokee County gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 108 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 90 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 27
Rain: averages 47 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 2 inches of snow a year