Weather & Climate in Windsor, NC
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Windsor enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,216/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9930°N, 76.9399°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Washington County County |
| Nearest Airport | Northeastern Regional (EDE) 21 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 59.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 94.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively 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: M3.6.
| Aug 6, 1994 | 4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina | M3.6 | 100 km | 0 km |
| Feb 11, 2014 | 7 km NW of Hobucken, North Carolina | M2.9 | 82 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
23 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 | 273 km |
| 2019 | Dorian | Category 2 | 104 mph | 150 km |
| 2018 | Florence | Category 2 | 104 mph | 195 km |
| 2016 | Matthew | Category 1 | 81 mph | 167 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 2 | 98 mph | 115 km |
| 2011 | Irene | Category 1 | 86 mph | 80 km |
| 2010 | Earl | Category 2 | 98 mph | 294 km |
| 2005 | Ophelia | Category 1 | 86 mph | 176 km |
| 2004 | Alex | Category 2 | 98 mph | 168 km |
| 2004 | Charley | Category 1 | 75 mph | 292 km |
| 2003 | Isabel | Category 2 | 104 mph | 22 km |
| 1999 | Irene | Category 2 | 109 mph | 206 km |
| 1999 | Floyd | Category 2 | 104 mph | 35 km |
| 1999 | Dennis | Category 2 | 98 mph | 249 km |
| 1998 | Bonnie | Category 3 | 115 mph | 96 km |
| 1996 | Fran | Category 3 | 115 mph | 182 km |
| 1996 | Bertha | Category 2 | 104 mph | 126 km |
| 1994 | Gordon | Category 1 | 81 mph | 279 km |
| 1993 | Emily | Category 3 | 115 mph | 188 km |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 3 | 115 mph | 192 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
391 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 29 fatalities, 475 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 27, 2024 | EF3 | 77 km | 0.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2024 | EF3 | 100 km | 6.5 mi | 1 |
| Jul 19, 2023 | EF3 | 84 km | 13.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 3, 2020 | EF3 | 13 km | 10.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 25, 2014 | EF3 | 56 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2011 | EF3 | 11 km | 17.9 mi | 12 |
| Nov 15, 2008 | EF3 | 92 km | 8.2 mi | 1 |
| Apr 28, 2008 | EF3 | 83 km | 24.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 28, 1984 | EF3 | 28 km | 6.0 mi | 6 |
| Mar 28, 1984 | EF3 | 47 km | 14.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 4, 1977 | EF3 | 79 km | 4.9 mi | 0 |
| May 15, 1972 | EF3 | 70 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 4, 1967 | EF3 | 70 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 8, 1957 | EF3 | 80 km | 46.9 mi | 0 |
| Aug 7, 2024 | EF2 | 91 km | 9.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2020 | EF2 | 73 km | 15.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2014 | EF2 | 22 km | 33.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2014 | EF2 | 65 km | 1.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2014 | EF2 | 19 km | 37.5 mi | 1 |
| Apr 7, 2014 | EF2 | 53 km | 4.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: ALLAN ROAD (110,696 acres, 1985).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1985 | ALLAN ROAD | 110,696 | 70 km |
| 2008 | EVANS ROAD | 41,560 | 63 km |
| 2011 | LATERAL WEST | 6,188 | 76 km |
| 2008 | SOUTH 1 | 5,940 | 76 km |
| 2023 | LAST RESORT | 4,974 | 59 km |
| 2006 | BELL ISLAND CENTRAL UNIT 2 1 2 | 3,307 | 83 km |
| 1999 | NORTH RIVER | 3,055 | 93 km |
| 2009 | SW MASHOES | 2,499 | 99 km |
| 2009 | 2-1-3 BELL ISLAND SOUTH | 2,297 | 83 km |
| 2008 | MCPHERSON ROAD | 2,087 | 81 km |
| 2000 | ROY WATSON 2 | 1,973 | 91 km |
| 2022 | FEREBEE ROAD | 1,954 | 58 km |
| 2008 | LYNCH ROAD | 1,824 | 91 km |
| 2002 | BELL SLOP | 1,818 | 79 km |
| 1991 | UNNAMED | 1,399 | 93 km |
| 1991 | TRIANGLE | 1,387 | 46 km |
| 2006 | MARSH ISLAND 2.3.3B | 1,372 | 93 km |
| 2009 | 2 1 1 NORTH BELL ISLAND FY 09 | 1,365 | 78 km |
| 1998 | SE BLOCKS | 1,278 | 78 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 1,091 | 59 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 3.6 in |
Windsor has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (3.2").