Elf, NC
Unincorporated community in Clay County, North Carolina
Elf is a small unincorporated community in Clay County, North Carolina. It is 4.3 miles W of Hayesville, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28904.
Elf at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Clay County
- ZIP code
- 28904
- Nearest town
- Hayesville (4.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 35.0214, -83.7481
Weather in Elf now
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Elf weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Elf.
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Sunrise, sunset and moon in Elf
What is the weather usually like in Elf?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 84°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 65.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,670 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Elf: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station HAYESVILLE 1 NE, NC US (USC00313923), adjusted for the elevation of Elf.
Elf weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Elf through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:40 AM | 5:47 PM | 10 h 6 min |
| February | 7:19 AM | 6:18 PM | 10 h 59 min |
| March | 7:43 AM | 7:43 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 7:01 AM | 8:08 PM | 13 h 7 min |
| May | 6:29 AM | 8:33 PM | 14 h 3 min |
| June | 6:19 AM | 8:52 PM | 14 h 33 min |
| July | 6:31 AM | 8:50 PM | 14 h 19 min |
| August | 6:53 AM | 8:24 PM | 13 h 30 min |
| September | 7:16 AM | 7:43 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:39 AM | 7:01 PM | 11 h 21 min |
| November | 7:08 AM | 5:30 PM | 10 h 22 min |
| December | 7:34 AM | 5:26 PM | 9 h 51 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Elf?
Elf has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-4°C).
It gets about 65.7 inches (1,670 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is December and the driest is October.
The best time to visit Elf is May–June and August–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 Elf
The closest live webcam is Hiawassee › South-east: Bell Creek Road - North Main Street, 4.6 miles S of Elf.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Elf.
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Questions about Elf
Where is Elf, NC?
Elf is an unincorporated community in Clay County, North Carolina, 4.3 miles W of Hayesville.
What county is Elf in?
Elf is in Clay County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Elf, NC?
The ZIP code for Elf is 28904.
What is the nearest town to Elf?
Hayesville, 4.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Elf?
Yes. The closest is Hiawassee › South-east: Bell Creek Road - North Main Street, 4.6 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Elf?
July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C).
What is the coldest month in Elf?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Elf?
About 65.7 inches (1,670 mm) a year; the wettest month is December.
Does it snow in Elf?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Elf?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Elf have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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