Weather in Greensboro, North Carolina
Roses open on the Piedmont edge. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 17Overcast—91°62°
- MondayMay 18Clear—93°69°
- TuesdayMay 19Clear—91°62°
- WednesdayMay 20Light Drizzle42%92°65°
- ThursdayMay 21Drizzle71%71°62°
- FridayMay 22Drizzle71%74°56°
- SaturdayMay 23Overcast52%84°58°
- PM 2.5
- 13.9 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 14.6 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 5.5 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 91.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 10:21 AM
- Moonset
- 12:43 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open on the Piedmont edge
Greensboro at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 9°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: March 24 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Greensboro's warmest temperatures (~80°F mean) while January delivers the coldest (~40°F). Rainfall reaches its peak in July (5.8 inches) and drops to its lowest point in February (2.5 inches).
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40° | 3.2″ | 7 |
| February | 44° | 2.5″ | 8 |
| March | 51° | 3.7″ | 8 |
| April | 60° | 3.6″ | 7 |
| May | 68° | 3.3″ | 8 |
| June | 75° | 5.1″ | 8 |
| July | 80° | 5.8″ | 7 |
| August | 77° | 4.5″ | 9 |
| September | 71° | 4.4″ | 6 |
| October | 60° | 3.2″ | 5 |
| November | 50° | 3.0″ | 5 |
| December | 43° | 3.4″ | 8 |
Regional context
Greensboro falls within a humid subtropical climate region that extends across nearby cities. This shared climate zone creates similar temperature ranges, seasonal patterns, and growing conditions throughout the area.
Similar climates: Charlotte, NC, Raleigh, NC, Winston-Salem, NC, Durham, NC, Fayetteville, NC.
Naturalist notes
Carolina wrens begin their territorial singing in earnest during March, marking the transition from winter's quiet into spring's awakening chorus.
Dogwood trees typically reach full bloom across Greensboro in late April, their white bracts creating a brief but striking display before the canopy fills in.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Greensboro?
- Greensboro's last spring frost typically falls around mid-April, and the first fall frost arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Greensboro?
- July is the wettest month with about 5.8 inches of rain on average; the city receives roughly 46 inches annually.
- What is the warmest month in Greensboro?
- July is typically warmest, averaging about 80°F.
- What is the coldest month in Greensboro?
- January is typically coldest, averaging about 40°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Greensboro?
- Cool-season crops (peas, lettuce) can be sown around the last spring frost (mid-April); warm-season crops (tomatoes, peppers) wait until 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Greensboro get?
- Greensboro averages about 86 rainy days per year.
- What hardiness zone is Greensboro?
- Greensboro's USDA hardiness zone is determined by its lowest average winter temperature; check the USDA's online lookup with the city ZIP for the current zone designation.
Climate
Greensboro, North Carolina experiences a humid subtropical climate zone. January temperatures hover near 40°F while July averages 80°F — a 40°F seasonal swing.
Throughout the year, Greensboro receives about 46 inches of precipitation spread over roughly 86 rainy days.
Weather patterns here follow the city's latitude (36.1°N), proximity to large water bodies, and elevation. These factors determine what grows here, when frost is likely, and daily weather conditions.