Watauga Falls, NC
Historical community (former settlement) in Watauga County, North Carolina
Watauga Falls is a historical community (former settlement) in Watauga County, North Carolina. It is 3.3 miles SW of Beech Mountain, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28679.
Watauga Falls at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Watauga County
- ZIP code
- 28679
- Nearest town
- Beech Mountain (3.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.2508, -81.8553
Weather in Watauga Falls now
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Watauga Falls weather by the hour
Watauga Falls weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Watauga Falls.
This week in Watauga Falls
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Watauga Falls
What is the weather usually like in Watauga Falls?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 79°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 24°F average low
- 49.0 inprecipitation per year · 1,245 mm
- 48.2 insnowfall per year · 122 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Watauga Falls: June to September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station FLAT SPRINGS 1E, NC US (USC00313072), adjusted for the elevation of Watauga Falls.
Watauga Falls weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Watauga Falls through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:36 AM | 5:37 PM | 10 h 1 min |
| February | 7:13 AM | 6:09 PM | 10 h 56 min |
| March | 7:36 AM | 7:36 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:52 AM | 8:02 PM | 13 h 10 min |
| May | 6:19 AM | 8:28 PM | 14 h 8 min |
| June | 6:07 AM | 8:47 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| July | 6:20 AM | 8:46 PM | 14 h 26 min |
| August | 6:44 AM | 8:19 PM | 13 h 34 min |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:36 PM | 12 h 27 min |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:52 PM | 11 h 19 min |
| November | 7:03 AM | 5:20 PM | 10 h 17 min |
| December | 7:29 AM | 5:15 PM | 9 h 45 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Watauga Falls?
Watauga Falls has a oceanic climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 24°F (-4°C).
It gets about 49.0 inches (1,245 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is September. Snow is common: about 48 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Watauga Falls 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 Watauga Falls
The closest live webcam is Beech Mountain: Webcam de - USA, 4.1 miles S of Watauga Falls.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Watauga Falls.
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Questions about Watauga Falls
Where is Watauga Falls, NC?
Watauga Falls is a historical community (former settlement) in Watauga County, North Carolina, 3.3 miles SW of Beech Mountain.
What county is Watauga Falls in?
Watauga Falls is in Watauga County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Watauga Falls, NC?
The ZIP code for Watauga Falls is 28679.
What is the nearest town to Watauga Falls?
Beech Mountain, 3.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Watauga Falls?
Yes. The closest is Beech Mountain: Webcam de - USA, 4.1 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Watauga Falls?
July, with an average high of 79°F (26°C).
What is the coldest month in Watauga Falls?
January, with an average low of 24°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Watauga Falls?
About 49.0 inches (1,245 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Watauga Falls?
Yes, about 48 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Watauga Falls?
June to September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Watauga Falls have?
Oceanic (Köppen Cfb).
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