Idlewild, NC
Unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina
Idlewild is a small unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina. It is 7.1 miles N of West Jefferson, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28626.
Idlewild at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Ashe County
- ZIP code
- 28626
- Nearest town
- West Jefferson (7.1 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.2892, -81.4464
Weather in Idlewild now
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Idlewild weather by the hour
Idlewild weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Idlewild.
This week in Idlewild
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Idlewild
What is the weather usually like in Idlewild?
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 Idlewild: 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 Idlewild.
Idlewild weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Idlewild through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:35 PM | 10 h 1 min |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:08 PM | 10 h 56 min |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:34 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:50 AM | 8:00 PM | 13 h 10 min |
| May | 6:17 AM | 8:26 PM | 14 h 9 min |
| June | 6:06 AM | 8:46 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| July | 6:18 AM | 8:44 PM | 14 h 26 min |
| August | 6:42 AM | 8:17 PM | 13 h 35 min |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:34 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:51 PM | 11 h 19 min |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:19 PM | 10 h 17 min |
| December | 7:28 AM | 5:13 PM | 9 h 45 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Idlewild?
Idlewild 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 Idlewild 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 Idlewild
The closest live webcam is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 11.7 miles SE of Idlewild.
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Questions about Idlewild
Where is Idlewild, NC?
Idlewild is an unincorporated community in Ashe County, North Carolina, 7.1 miles N of West Jefferson.
What county is Idlewild in?
Idlewild is in Ashe County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Idlewild, NC?
The ZIP code for Idlewild is 28626.
What is the nearest town to Idlewild?
West Jefferson, 7.1 miles away.
Are there webcams near Idlewild?
Yes. The closest is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 11.7 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Idlewild?
July, with an average high of 81°F (27°C).
What is the coldest month in Idlewild?
January, with an average low of 22°F (-6°C).
How much does it rain in Idlewild?
About 50.9 inches (1,294 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Idlewild?
Yes, about 14 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Idlewild?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Idlewild have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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