Best, NC

Unincorporated community in Wayne County, North Carolina

Best is a small unincorporated community in Wayne County, North Carolina. It is 2.8 miles SW of Walnut Creek, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 27534.

Best at a glance

State
North Carolina
County
Wayne County
ZIP code
27534
Nearest town
Walnut Creek (2.8 mi)
Time zone
America/New York
Coordinates
35.3436, -77.8492

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Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Best.

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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Best

What is the weather usually like in Best?

Cfa
Humid subtropical climate
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals

Average high and low temperature (°F)

30°47°63°80°96°54°35°Jan58°36°Feb65°43°Mar75°51°Apr82°60°May88°69°Jun91°72°Jul89°71°Aug83°66°Sep75°54°Oct65°43°Nov57°37°Dec

Average precipitation (inches)

3.6"Jan3.2"Feb4.2"Mar3.9"Apr3.5"May4.4"Jun5.4"Jul6.4"Aug7.0"Sep3.8"Oct3.2"Nov3.6"Dec

Best time to visit Best: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station GOLDSBORO 4 SE, NC US (USW00013713), adjusted for the elevation of Best.

Best weather month by month

January
54° 35°F
3.6 in of rain · 7 wet days❄ 1.3 in of snow
February
58° 36°F
3.2 in of rain · 6 wet days
March
65° 43°F
4.2 in of rain · 7 wet days
April
75° 51°F
3.9 in of rain · 6 wet days
May
82° 60°F
3.5 in of rain · 6 wet days
June
88° 69°F
4.4 in of rain · 7 wet days
July
91° 72°F
5.4 in of rain · 8 wet days
August
89° 71°F
6.4 in of rain · 8 wet days
September
83° 66°F
7.0 in of rain · 7 wet days
October
75° 54°F
3.8 in of rain · 4 wet days
November
65° 43°F
3.2 in of rain · 5 wet days
December
57° 37°F
3.6 in of rain · 6 wet days❄ 0.7 in of snow

Sunrise and sunset in Best through the year

MonthSunriseSunsetDaylight
January7:18 AM5:23 PM10 h 5 min
February6:56 AM5:54 PM10 h 58 min
March7:20 AM7:20 PM11 h 59 min
April6:37 AM7:45 PM13 h 8 min
May6:05 AM8:10 PM14 h 4 min
June5:54 AM8:29 PM14 h 34 min
July6:06 AM8:28 PM14 h 21 min
August6:29 AM8:01 PM13 h 32 min
September6:53 AM7:19 PM12 h 26 min
October7:16 AM6:37 PM11 h 21 min
November6:45 AM5:06 PM10 h 21 min
December7:11 AM5:01 PM9 h 50 min

Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).

What is the weather like in Best?

Best has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 35°F (1°C).

It gets about 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is September and the driest is November. Snow is common: about 2 inches fall in an average year.

The best time to visit Best is April–May and September–October. 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 Best

The closest live webcam is Washington › South-east, 46.6 miles E of Best.

Washington › South-eastWashington · 46.6 mi EOn Windy
RaleighRaleigh · 53.2 mi NWOn Windy
RaleighRaleigh · 53.7 mi NWOn Windy
Raleigh: Beltline Notary Services and CPARaleigh · 53.7 mi NWOn Windy
Emerald Isle: Bogue Inlet Fishing PierEmerald Isle · 66.0 mi SEOn Windy
Wrightsville Beach › North-west: Carolina Yacht ClubWrightsville Beach · 79.0 mi SOn Windy

Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Best.

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Questions about Best

Where is Best, NC?

Best is an unincorporated community in Wayne County, North Carolina, 2.8 miles SW of Walnut Creek.

What county is Best in?

Best is in Wayne County, North Carolina.

What is the ZIP code of Best, NC?

The ZIP code for Best is 27534.

What is the nearest town to Best?

Walnut Creek, 2.8 miles away.

Are there webcams near Best?

Yes. The closest is Washington › South-east, 46.6 miles away.

What is the hottest month in Best?

July, with an average high of 91°F (33°C).

What is the coldest month in Best?

January, with an average low of 35°F (1°C).

How much does it rain in Best?

About 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) a year; the wettest month is September.

Does it snow in Best?

Yes, about 2 inches of snow fall in an average year.

When is the best time to visit Best?

April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.

What climate does Best have?

Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).

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