Washburn, NC
Unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina
Washburn is a small unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina. It is 2.4 miles SW of Bostic, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28040.
Washburn at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Rutherford County
- ZIP code
- 28040
- Nearest town
- Bostic (2.4 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 35.3931, -81.8167
Weather in Washburn now
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Washburn weather by the hour
Washburn weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Washburn.
This week in Washburn
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Washburn
What is the weather usually like in Washburn?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 89°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 27°F average low
- 52.1 inprecipitation per year · 1,322 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Washburn: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station FOREST CITY 8 W, NC US (USC00313152), adjusted for the elevation of Washburn.
Washburn weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Washburn through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:39 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| February | 7:11 AM | 6:10 PM | 10 h 58 min |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:36 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:53 AM | 8:01 PM | 13 h 8 min |
| May | 6:21 AM | 8:26 PM | 14 h 5 min |
| June | 6:10 AM | 8:45 PM | 14 h 35 min |
| July | 6:22 AM | 8:44 PM | 14 h 21 min |
| August | 6:45 AM | 8:17 PM | 13 h 32 min |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:35 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:53 PM | 11 h 21 min |
| November | 7:01 AM | 5:22 PM | 10 h 20 min |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:17 PM | 9 h 49 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Washburn?
Washburn has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 27°F (-3°C).
It gets about 52.1 inches (1,322 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is June and the driest is October.
The best time to visit Washburn 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 Washburn
The closest live webcam is Gaffney: I-85 N @ MM 91.7, 21.9 miles S of Washburn.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Washburn.
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Other communities near Washburn
- River Hills subdivision3.6 mi SW
- Sunshine3.9 mi N
- Weatherstone subdivision4.2 mi SW
- Logan5.2 mi NW
- Westminster5.7 mi NW
- Alexander Mills6.2 mi S
- Bakersville subdivision6.5 mi SW
- Frog Level7.1 mi SW
- Sandy Mush7.4 mi S
- Thermal Valley subdivision7.9 mi W
- Avondale8.7 mi S
- Six Points8.8 mi SE
- Six Points8.8 mi SE
- Shiloh9.5 mi SW
- Tate9.6 mi NW
Questions about Washburn
Where is Washburn, NC?
Washburn is an unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina, 2.4 miles SW of Bostic.
What county is Washburn in?
Washburn is in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Washburn, NC?
The ZIP code for Washburn is 28040.
What is the nearest town to Washburn?
Bostic, 2.4 miles away.
Are there webcams near Washburn?
Yes. The closest is Gaffney: I-85 N @ MM 91.7, 21.9 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Washburn?
July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C).
What is the coldest month in Washburn?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Washburn?
About 52.1 inches (1,322 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in Washburn?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Washburn?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Washburn have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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