South Orleans, MA
Unincorporated community in Barnstable County, Massachusetts
South Orleans is a small unincorporated community in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It is 1.8 miles NE of Orleans, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 02653.
South Orleans at a glance
- State
- Massachusetts
- County
- Barnstable County
- ZIP code
- 02653
- Nearest town
- Orleans (1.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 41.7506, -69.9917
Weather in South Orleans now
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South Orleans weather by the hour
South Orleans weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of South Orleans.
This week in South Orleans
Sunrise, sunset and moon in South Orleans
What is the weather usually like in South Orleans?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 79°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 26°F average low
- 45.2 inprecipitation per year · 1,148 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit South Orleans: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station CHATHAM MUNI AP, MA US (USW00094624), adjusted for the elevation of South Orleans.
South Orleans weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in South Orleans through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 4:35 PM | 9 h 32 min |
| February | 6:33 AM | 5:14 PM | 10 h 40 min |
| March | 6:49 AM | 6:47 PM | 11 h 57 min |
| April | 5:57 AM | 7:22 PM | 13 h 24 min |
| May | 5:18 AM | 7:54 PM | 14 h 36 min |
| June | 5:03 AM | 8:18 PM | 15 h 15 min |
| July | 5:17 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 57 min |
| August | 5:47 AM | 7:41 PM | 13 h 54 min |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:51 PM | 12 h 32 min |
| October | 6:51 AM | 6:00 PM | 11 h 9 min |
| November | 6:28 AM | 4:21 PM | 9 h 53 min |
| December | 6:58 AM | 4:11 PM | 9 h 13 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in South Orleans?
South Orleans has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 26°F (-4°C).
It gets about 45.2 inches (1,148 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December and the driest is July.
The best time to visit South Orleans is June to September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near South Orleans
The closest live webcam is Eastham › West: US 6: Rt6-WB-MM91.0 - Orleans Rotary: WEST, 3.4 miles N of South Orleans.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from South Orleans.
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- Nauset Heights4.5 mi NE
- First Encounter Beach5.0 mi N
- South Chatham5.2 mi S
- South Harwich5.9 mi SW
- West Brewster6.1 mi W
- Thumpertown Beach6.5 mi N
- Quitnesset6.7 mi S
- Sunken Meadow Beach8.4 mi N
- West Harwich8.7 mi SW
- Shooters Island8.8 mi S
Questions about South Orleans
Where is South Orleans, MA?
South Orleans is an unincorporated community in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, 1.8 miles NE of Orleans.
What county is South Orleans in?
South Orleans is in Barnstable County, Massachusetts.
What is the ZIP code of South Orleans, MA?
The ZIP code for South Orleans is 02653.
What is the nearest town to South Orleans?
Orleans, 1.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near South Orleans?
Yes. The closest is Eastham › West: US 6: Rt6-WB-MM91.0 - Orleans Rotary: WEST, 3.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in South Orleans?
July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C).
What is the coldest month in South Orleans?
January, with an average low of 26°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in South Orleans?
About 45.2 inches (1,148 mm) a year; the wettest month is December.
Does it snow in South Orleans?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit South Orleans?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does South Orleans have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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