Weather & Climate in Gorman, NC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gorman enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51. 46% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 324 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.2°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 324 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 515/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0418°N, 78.8069°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Durham County County |
| Nearest Airport | Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 51.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 46.4% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 89.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 26.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 77.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
2 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M2.7.
| Jul 12, 1993 | 5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina | M2.7 | 91 km | 5 km |
| Mar 26, 2019 | 8 km E of Archdale, North Carolina | M2.5 | 97 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
17 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Isaias | Category 1 | 92 mph | 240 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 2 | 104 mph | 277 km |
| 2018 | Florence | Category 2 | 104 mph | 224 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 1 | 81 mph | 266 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 2 | 98 mph | 250 km |
| 2011 | Irene | Category 1 | 86 mph | 233 km |
| 2005 | Ophelia | Category 1 | 86 mph | 261 km |
| 2004 | Alex | Category 2 | 98 mph | 300 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 75 mph | 250 km |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 2 | 104 mph | 123 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 2 | 104 mph | 185 km |
| 1998 | Bonnie | Category 3 | 115 mph | 200 km |
| 1996 | Fran | Category 3 | 115 mph | 94 km |
| 1996 | Bertha | Category 2 | 104 mph | 159 km |
| 1989 | Hugo | Category 2 | 98 mph | 256 km |
| 1986 | Charley | Category 1 | 81 mph | 246 km |
| 1984 | Diana | Category 4 | 132 mph | 232 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
294 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 471 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 27, 1988 | EF4 | 20 km | 83.0 mi | 4 |
| Sep 27, 2024 | EF3 | 91 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2024 | EF3 | 87 km | 6.5 mi | 1 |
| Jul 19, 2023 | EF3 | 84 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF3 | 91 km | 65.2 mi | 6 |
| Nov 15, 2008 | EF3 | 86 km | 8.2 mi | 1 |
| Nov 23, 1992 | EF3 | 65 km | 160.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 1992 | EF3 | 34 km | 5.5 mi | 2 |
| Mar 24, 1969 | EF3 | 65 km | 0.1 mi | 1 |
| Mar 15, 1953 | EF3 | 71 km | 30.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 27, 2024 | EF2 | 97 km | 6.9 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 2019 | EF2 | 41 km | 17.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 19, 2019 | EF2 | 37 km | 10.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 2, 2018 | EF2 | 87 km | 1.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2018 | EF2 | 86 km | 32.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2016 | EF2 | 42 km | 5.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF2 | 86 km | 18.1 mi | 1 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF2 | 49 km | 26.2 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF2 | 81 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 27, 2010 | EF2 | 60 km | 3.9 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
3 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: LYNCH ROAD (1,824 acres, 2008).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2008 | LYNCH ROAD | 1,824 | 83 km |
| 2006 | OVERHILLS | 1,436 | 92 km |
| 2008 | HIGHWAY 1 | 766 | 33 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.4 in |
Gorman has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 42°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (2.8").