The climate in 27966 Powells Point, NC is mild and relatively humid due to its location near the coast. Summers are usually hot with temperatures peaking in the mid-80s Fahrenheit (around 27-30 degrees Celsius) and winters are generally mild, with average temperatures falling into the upwards of 40's Fahrenheit (around 4-9 degrees Celsius). This coastal town also experiences some precipitation throughout the year, including both rain and snow. The area is also known for its moderate winds which can be felt throughout the seasons.
Powells Point (zip 27966), North Carolina gets 48 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Powells Point (zip 27966) averages 1 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 212 sunny days per year in Powells Point (zip 27966). The US average is 205 sunny days.
Powells Point (zip 27966) gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 112 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 88 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 33
Rain: averages 48 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 1 inches of snow a year