The best times to visit Elkin for ideal weather are

April 2nd to June 17th

or

August 27th to October 21st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Elkin Travel Info

Weather in Elkin

Temperature

Average temperatures in Elkin vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Elkin, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 87.5°F (30.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.1°F (20.1°C) at night.

Elkin Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Elkin Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Elkin Perceived Temperature (F)

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Elkin Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Elkin Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 48.7 37.9 29.2
Feb 51.1 39.7 30.6
Mar 61.7 49.5 39.4
Apr 71.2 58.6 47
May 78.1 66.8 56.4
Jun 85.6 74.4 64.3
Jul 86.6 76 67.1
Aug 85.7 75.3 66.5
Sep 79.6 69.2 60.8
Oct 70.4 58.6 48.6
Nov 60 48.5 38.3
Dec 52.6 43.1 35

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 9.3 3.3 -1.6
Feb 10.6 4.3 -0.8
Mar 16.5 9.7 4.1
Apr 21.8 14.8 8.3
May 25.6 19.3 13.6
Jun 29.8 23.6 17.9
Jul 30.3 24.4 19.5
Aug 29.8 24.1 19.2
Sep 26.4 20.7 16
Oct 21.3 14.8 9.2
Nov 15.6 9.2 3.5
Dec 11.4 6.2 1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Elkin are October, May, and then April. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Elkin? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Elkin.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Elkin (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 9% 0 1.8
Feb 10% 0 1
Mar 12% 0 1.5
Apr 9% 0 1.8
May 7% 0 1.2
Jun 13% 0 1.8
Jul 11% 0 2.5
Aug 14% 0 2.2
Sep 9% 0 1.3
Oct 7% 0 1.3
Nov 9% 0 1.8
Dec 16% 0 2.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 9 0 4.6
Feb 10 0 2.5
Mar 12 0 3.8
Apr 9 0 4.6
May 7 0 3
Jun 13 0 4.6
Jul 11 0 6.4
Aug 14 0 5.6
Sep 9 0 3.3
Oct 7 0 3.3
Nov 9 0 4.6
Dec 16 0 6.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Elkin has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (42.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (68%).

Wind in Elkin is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’s average wind speed of around 3.7 knots (4.3 MPH or 6.9 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 11.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Elkin.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.9 Barely noticeable 9.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.4 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.7 Gentle breeze
Apr 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
May 2.7 Barely noticeable 8.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 2 Barely noticeable 8.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 1.7 Barely noticeable 7.7 Gentle breeze
Aug 1.7 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 2.2 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.7 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.5 Barely noticeable 8.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 46.4%
Feb 42.4%
Mar 43.9%
Apr 46.1%
May 59%
Jun 62.4%
Jul 66.1%
Aug 67%
Sep 68%
Oct 61.2%
Nov 50.5%
Dec 58.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Elkin?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Elkin, NC, US is October, followed by June and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Elkin in February. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 27.5 in February means 27.5% of the tourists vs. October.

 

 

Overall Elkin Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 83.5°F (28.6°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 4 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Elkin, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.7°F (28.7°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 3 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Elkin to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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