Pickens County, South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The average temperature in the summer is around 79掳F, while the winter months are usually between 50-60掳F. Rainfall is abundant in Pickens County throughout the year, with the annual average being approximately 48 inches. The county receives its highest rainfall during spring and early summer, while snowfall is rarely seen in this area. Humidity levels tend to be high throughout the year, making it feel hotter than it actually is in summertime.
Pickens County, South Carolina gets 55 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Pickens County averages 2 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 219 sunny days per year in Pickens County. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Pickens 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 89 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 29
Rain: averages 55 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 2 inches of snow a year