Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Location Woodfin, North Carolina, United States Climate Zone Humid Subtropical (Cfa) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 57.2°F (14.0°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 77.2°F (25.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 40.2°F (4.6°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -1°F (-18.3°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 44.7 inches (113.5 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation 3.7 inches (9.4 cm) • Wettest Month March (4.7 inches / 11.9 cm) • Driest Month October (2.6 inches / 6.6 cm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 74% • Highest Humidity Summer (85%) • Lowest Humidity Winter (65%) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,550 hours • Average Daily Sunshine 6.9 hours Wind • Average Wind Speed 8.2 mph (13.2 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction Southwest Severe Weather • Tornadoes Occasional • Hailstorms Common • Thunderstorms Frequent • Hurricanes Rare, but possible Climate Summary Woodfin, North Carolina, experiences a humid subtropical climate with warm, humid summers and mild, chilly winters. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly more rainfall in the spring and summer months. The area is prone to occasional tornadoes, hailstorms, and thunderstorms, but hurricanes are rare. The average annual sunshine is abundant, providing plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Woodfin is home to the largest urban forest in the United States, Bent Creek Experimental Forest. • The French Broad River, a major tributary of the Tennessee River, flows through Woodfin. Science • The University of North Carolina at Asheville's National Environmental Modeling and Analysis Center (NEMAC) is located in Woodfin. • The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has a research facility in Woodfin that studies atmospheric science. Personalities Thomas Wolfe:The renowned American novelist was born in Asheville, North Carolina, just outside of Woodfin. His childhood home is now a museum. Zebulon Vance:The former Governor of North Carolina and Confederate general lived in Woodfin during the Civil War. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Biltmore Estate (Asheville, NC): A sprawling historic mansion and estate with stunning gardens, a winery, and various attractions. 2.Blue Ridge Parkway (nearby): A scenic mountain road offering breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with hiking trails and overlooks. 3.Grove Arcade (Asheville, NC): A historic shopping arcade with a beautiful atrium, shops, and restaurants. |
| Nearby Cities:| Asheville, NC | | Weaverville, NC | Biltmore Forest, NC | | Bent Creek, NC | Swannanoa, NC | | Royal Pines, NC | Avery Creek, NC | | Fairview, NC | Mars Hill, NC | | Fletcher, NC | Black Mountain, NC | | Hoopers Creek, NC | Canton, NC | | Mills River, NC | West Canton, NC | | Mountain Home, NC | Fruitland, NC | | Charlotte, NC | | Knoxville, TN | Concord, NC | | Gastonia, NC | Rock Hill, SC | | Johnson City, TN | Greenville, SC | | Kingsport, TN | Huntersville, NC | | Kannapolis, NC | Hickory, NC | | Gainesville, GA | |
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