Weather & Climate in Easley, SC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Easley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 982 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 982 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 13.2 sq mi (34.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,821/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8198°N, 82.5822°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Pickens County County |
| Nearest Airport | Oconee County Regional (CEU) 20 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 45.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
51 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Feb 15, 2014 | 12 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina | M4.1 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2003 | 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia | M3.5 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jan 3, 1992 | 4 km ENE of Willington, South Carolina | M3.4 | 94 km | 3 km |
| Jun 16, 2006 | 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina | M3.4 | 96 km | 1 km |
| Jun 4, 2023 | 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina | M3.2 | 89 km | 0 km |
| Aug 23, 2025 | 3 km N of Coronaca, South Carolina | M3.0 | 74 km | 2 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina | M3.0 | 126 km | 2 km |
| Aug 4, 2007 | 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina | M3.0 | 87 km | 9 km |
| Nov 24, 2012 | 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee | M3.0 | 148 km | 7 km |
| Feb 16, 2014 | 13 km WNW of Edgefield, South Carolina | M3.0 | 120 km | 7 km |
| Aug 23, 2025 | 3 km NNW of Coronaca, South Carolina | M2.9 | 73 km | 7 km |
| Jul 5, 1996 | 7 km WNW of Marble, North Carolina | M2.8 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Sep 18, 1996 | 6 km E of Clarks Hill, South Carolina | M2.8 | 134 km | 14 km |
| Apr 26, 2013 | 9 km E of Lincolnton, Georgia | M2.8 | 118 km | 12 km |
| Mar 6, 2006 | 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina | M2.8 | 124 km | 4 km |
| Feb 12, 2021 | 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee | M2.8 | 139 km | 3 km |
| May 23, 2023 | 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina | M2.8 | 88 km | 1 km |
| Aug 14, 2025 | 7 km N of Columbus, North Carolina | M2.7 | 65 km | 6 km |
| Jul 5, 2025 | 11 km ENE of Parksville, South Carolina | M2.7 | 119 km | 4 km |
| Sep 2, 2001 | 10 km SW of Plum Branch, South Carolina | M2.7 | 116 km | 21 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
1 hurricane (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 1989 | Hugo | Category 4 | 138 mph | 136 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
369 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 16 fatalities, 473 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| May 5, 1989 | EF4 | 66 km | 15.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 13, 1973 | EF4 | 88 km | 1.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 31, 1973 | EF4 | 82 km | 22.6 mi | 7 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF3 | 51 km | 16.7 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 2008 | EF3 | 100 km | 27.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 16, 1994 | EF3 | 99 km | 30.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1994 | EF3 | 78 km | 28.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1989 | EF3 | 96 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1974 | EF3 | 47 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 1973 | EF3 | 86 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
| Dec 13, 1973 | EF3 | 72 km | 10.7 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 1973 | EF3 | 15 km | 60.2 mi | 0 |
| May 10, 1952 | EF3 | 30 km | 22.7 mi | 2 |
| Mar 23, 2022 | EF2 | 23 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| May 3, 2021 | EF2 | 73 km | 29.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2020 | EF2 | 19 km | 5.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 13, 2020 | EF2 | 18 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2017 | EF2 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 23, 2017 | EF2 | 85 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| Oct 8, 2017 | EF2 | 17 km | 8.4 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ROCK MOUNTAIN (25,224 acres, 2016).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2016 | ROCK MOUNTAIN | 25,224 | 88 km |
| 2016 | PARTY ROCK | 8,572 | 79 km |
| 2016 | PINNACLE MOUNTAIN | 7,869 | 29 km |
| 2016 | CAMP BRANCH | 3,234 | 97 km |
| 2010 | C-94-95 133 RX | 3,192 | 90 km |
| 2023 | PANTHER KNOB | 3,170 | 96 km |
| 2010 | UNNAMED | 2,909 | 93 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,514 | 79 km |
| 2020 | CHAMBERS-GRAPE-HICKORY AP | 2,421 | 56 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,395 | 83 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,362 | 89 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,237 | 79 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,201 | 86 km |
| 2010 | BRAMLETT RIDGE | 2,200 | 95 km |
| 2023 | BRAMLETT RIDGE FY 23 | 2,172 | 94 km |
| 2010 | C-142 RX | 2,149 | 93 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 2,133 | 94 km |
| 2020 | C-249 LC | 2,084 | 99 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,024 | 87 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 2,000 | 83 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in |
Easley has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and October the driest (3.2").