Weather & Climate in Eden, NC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Eden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 84% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 640 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 640 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,080/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5030°N, 79.7400°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Rockingham County County |
| Nearest Airport | Danville Regional (DAN) 23 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 84.0% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 71.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 63.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 31.4 / 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 | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
18 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.2.
| Jun 5, 1998 | 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina | M3.2 | 141 km | 9 km |
| Sep 13, 2017 | 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia | M3.2 | 138 km | 18 km |
| May 16, 2009 | 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia | M3.0 | 86 km | 13 km |
| Jan 22, 1995 | 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia | M2.9 | 112 km | 9 km |
| Jul 4, 2009 | 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Jul 15, 2021 | 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 127 km | 20 km |
| May 12, 2017 | 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia | M2.8 | 130 km | 4 km |
| Jul 6, 2023 | 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia | M2.7 | 91 km | 0 km |
| Nov 25, 2009 | 14 km S of Arrington, Virginia | M2.7 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Jul 12, 1993 | 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina | M2.7 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Aug 18, 2000 | 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia | M2.7 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jun 10, 2018 | 2 km NE of Hays, North Carolina | M2.7 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Mar 28, 2001 | 2 km S of Narrows, Virginia | M2.6 | 131 km | 0 km |
| Jul 8, 2023 | Virginia-North Carolina border region | M2.6 | 92 km | 4 km |
| Feb 4, 2021 | 1 km SSW of Sparta, North Carolina | M2.6 | 124 km | 2 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km N of Pembroke, Virginia | M2.6 | 123 km | 9 km |
| Mar 28, 2011 | 2 km S of Pulaski, Virginia | M2.5 | 109 km | 3 km |
| Mar 26, 2019 | 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina | M2.5 | 65 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
6 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 2 | 98 mph | 183 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 1 | 81 mph | 279 km |
| 1998 | Bonnie | Category 2 | 109 mph | 298 km |
| 1996 | Fran | Category 3 | 115 mph | 173 km |
| 1996 | Bertha | Category 2 | 104 mph | 255 km |
| 1989 | Hugo | Category 1 | - | 235 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
229 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 218 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF3 | 42 km | 8.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 2010 | EF3 | 67 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| May 8, 2008 | EF3 | 82 km | 2.9 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1998 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1998 | EF3 | 24 km | 12.0 mi | 2 |
| Nov 23, 1992 | EF3 | 69 km | 5.5 mi | 2 |
| May 5, 1989 | EF3 | 64 km | 10.5 mi | 0 |
| May 22, 1985 | EF3 | 65 km | 3.5 mi | 0 |
| Mar 24, 1969 | EF3 | 85 km | 0.1 mi | 1 |
| Oct 7, 1965 | EF3 | 95 km | 1.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 27, 2024 | EF2 | 35 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| Mar 23, 2022 | EF2 | 79 km | 1.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 82 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 2, 2018 | EF2 | 88 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2018 | EF2 | 51 km | 32.8 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2017 | EF2 | 68 km | 16.1 mi | 0 |
| May 24, 2017 | EF2 | 95 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 2011 | EF2 | 96 km | 12.5 mi | 2 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 65 km | 18.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF2 | 66 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
7 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ANGEL (4,129 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | ANGEL | 4,129 | 99 km |
| 2006 | BULL MOUNTAIN | 3,300 | 47 km |
| 1999 | FORT LEWIS MTN. | 1,525 | 97 km |
| 2021 | GRINDSTONE | 1,106 | 68 km |
| 2008 | TOTIERS FERRY | 1,075 | 64 km |
| 2002 | BUCK MTN | 905 | 79 km |
| 2011 | LUMBER PLANT | 779 | 100 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.5 in |
Eden has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (3.1").