Russaw, NC
Historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina
Russaw is a historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It is 2.9 miles W of North Wilkesboro, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28659.
Russaw at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Wilkes County
- ZIP code
- 28659
- Nearest town
- North Wilkesboro (2.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.1844, -81.0897
Weather in Russaw now
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Russaw weather by the hour
Russaw weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Russaw.
This week in Russaw
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Russaw
What is the weather usually like in Russaw?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 87°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 27°F average low
- 51.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,313 mm
- 5.6 insnowfall per year · 14 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Russaw: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station N WILKESBORO, NC US (USC00316256), adjusted for the elevation of Russaw.
Russaw weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Russaw through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 5:34 PM | 10 h 1 min |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:06 PM | 10 h 56 min |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:33 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:49 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 10 min |
| May | 6:16 AM | 8:25 PM | 14 h 8 min |
| June | 6:05 AM | 8:44 PM | 14 h 39 min |
| July | 6:17 AM | 8:43 PM | 14 h 25 min |
| August | 6:41 AM | 8:16 PM | 13 h 34 min |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:33 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:49 PM | 11 h 19 min |
| November | 7:00 AM | 5:17 PM | 10 h 17 min |
| December | 7:26 AM | 5:12 PM | 9 h 45 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Russaw?
Russaw has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 27°F (-3°C).
It gets about 51.7 inches (1,313 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 6 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Russaw 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 Russaw
The closest live webcam is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 10.8 miles W of Russaw.
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- Bryan2.6 mi E
- Sherwood Forest subdivision3.1 mi NW
- Fletcher3.1 mi SW
- Wallace Acres subdivision3.2 mi NW
- Fishing Creek3.8 mi S
- Sunset Falls subdivision3.8 mi W
- Finley Park subdivision4.0 mi W
- Wildwood Park subdivision4.3 mi NW
- Antioch4.4 mi SE
- Knollwood subdivision5.0 mi SW
- Roaring River5.0 mi E
- Rolling Pine Acres subdivision5.4 mi W
- Robinet5.6 mi SW
- Westwood Hills subdivision5.8 mi SW
Questions about Russaw
Where is Russaw, NC?
Russaw is a historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina, 2.9 miles W of North Wilkesboro.
What county is Russaw in?
Russaw is in Wilkes County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Russaw, NC?
The ZIP code for Russaw is 28659.
What is the nearest town to Russaw?
North Wilkesboro, 2.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Russaw?
Yes. The closest is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 10.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Russaw?
July, with an average high of 87°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Russaw?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Russaw?
About 51.7 inches (1,313 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Russaw?
Yes, about 6 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Russaw?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Russaw have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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