Helton, NC
Unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina
Helton is a small unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina. It is 4.1 miles SW of Lansing, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28631.
Helton at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Ashe County
- ZIP code
- 28631
- Nearest town
- Lansing (4.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.5481, -81.4689
Weather in Helton now
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Helton weather by the hour
Helton weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Helton.
This week in Helton
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Helton
What is the weather usually like in Helton?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 81°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 22°F average low
- 50.9 inprecipitation per year · 1,294 mm
- 14.4 insnowfall per year · 37 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Helton: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station JEFFERSON 2 E, NC US (USC00314496), adjusted for the elevation of Helton.
Helton weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Helton through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 9 h 59 min |
| February | 7:12 AM | 6:07 PM | 10 h 55 min |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:34 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:50 AM | 8:01 PM | 13 h 11 min |
| May | 6:17 AM | 8:27 PM | 14 h 10 min |
| June | 6:05 AM | 8:47 PM | 14 h 41 min |
| July | 6:18 AM | 8:45 PM | 14 h 27 min |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:18 PM | 13 h 35 min |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:34 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:51 PM | 11 h 18 min |
| November | 7:02 AM | 5:18 PM | 10 h 16 min |
| December | 7:29 AM | 5:12 PM | 9 h 43 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Helton?
Helton has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 22°F (-6°C).
It gets about 50.9 inches (1,294 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 14 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Helton 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 Helton
The closest live webcam is Independence: US-58 - US-21 - Grayson Co, 18.3 miles E of Helton.
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Questions about Helton
Where is Helton, NC?
Helton is an unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina, 4.1 miles SW of Lansing.
What county is Helton in?
Helton is in Ashe County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Helton, NC?
The ZIP code for Helton is 28631.
What is the nearest town to Helton?
Lansing, 4.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near Helton?
Yes. The closest is Independence: US-58 - US-21 - Grayson Co, 18.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Helton?
July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C).
What is the coldest month in Helton?
January, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C).
How much does it rain in Helton?
About 50.9 inches (1,294 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Helton?
Yes, about 14 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Helton?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Helton have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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