Esmeralda, NC
Historical community (former settlement) in Rutherford County, North Carolina
Esmeralda is a historical community (former settlement) in Rutherford County, North Carolina. It is 0.7 miles NE of Chimney Rock Village, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28720.
Esmeralda at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Rutherford County
- ZIP code
- 28720
- Nearest town
- Chimney Rock Village (0.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 35.4428, -82.2639
Weather in Esmeralda now
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Esmeralda weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Esmeralda.
This week in Esmeralda
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Esmeralda
What is the weather usually like in Esmeralda?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 28°F average low
- 59.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,507 mm
- 3.1 insnowfall per year · 8 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Esmeralda: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station LAKE LURE 2, NC US (USC00314764), adjusted for the elevation of Esmeralda.
Esmeralda weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Esmeralda through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:41 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| February | 7:13 AM | 6:12 PM | 10 h 58 min |
| March | 7:37 AM | 7:37 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:54 AM | 8:03 PM | 13 h 8 min |
| May | 6:22 AM | 8:28 PM | 14 h 5 min |
| June | 6:11 AM | 8:47 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| July | 6:24 AM | 8:46 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| August | 6:47 AM | 8:19 PM | 13 h 32 min |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:37 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:55 PM | 11 h 20 min |
| November | 7:03 AM | 5:24 PM | 10 h 20 min |
| December | 7:29 AM | 5:19 PM | 9 h 49 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Esmeralda?
Esmeralda has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 28°F (-2°C).
It gets about 59.3 inches (1,507 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 3 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Esmeralda 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 Esmeralda
The closest live webcam is Lake Lure › North-east: Chimney Rock, 1.0 miles SE of Esmeralda.
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Questions about Esmeralda
Where is Esmeralda, NC?
Esmeralda is a historical community (former settlement) in Rutherford County, North Carolina, 0.7 miles NE of Chimney Rock Village.
What county is Esmeralda in?
Esmeralda is in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Esmeralda, NC?
The ZIP code for Esmeralda is 28720.
What is the nearest town to Esmeralda?
Chimney Rock Village, 0.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Esmeralda?
Yes. The closest is Lake Lure › North-east: Chimney Rock, 1.0 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Esmeralda?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Esmeralda?
January, with an average low of 28°F (-2°C).
How much does it rain in Esmeralda?
About 59.3 inches (1,507 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Esmeralda?
Yes, about 3 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Esmeralda?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Esmeralda have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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