Westminster, NC
Unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina
Westminster is a small unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina. It is 5.6 miles SW of Ruth, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28167.
Westminster at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Rutherford County
- ZIP code
- 28167
- Nearest town
- Ruth (5.6 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 35.4503, -81.8892
Weather in Westminster now
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Westminster weather by the hour
Westminster weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Westminster.
This week in Westminster
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Westminster
What is the weather usually like in Westminster?
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 Westminster: 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 Westminster.
Westminster weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Westminster through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:34 AM | 5:39 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| February | 7:12 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 | 8:18 PM | 13 h 32 min |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:36 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:53 PM | 11 h 20 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 Westminster?
Westminster 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 Westminster 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 Westminster
The closest live webcam is Lake Lure › North-east: Chimney Rock, 20.4 miles W of Westminster.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Westminster.
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Map of Westminster, NC
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- Tate4.0 mi NW
- Trio4.3 mi N
- Sunshine4.4 mi E
- Union Mills4.9 mi NW
- Thermal Valley subdivision5.7 mi SW
- Washburn5.7 mi SE
- Weatherstone subdivision6.2 mi S
- Cuba6.7 mi W
- Thermal City6.8 mi NW
- River Hills subdivision7.4 mi S
- Bakersville subdivision7.5 mi S
- Frog Level8.1 mi S
- Vein Mountain8.2 mi NW
- Alexander Mills9.8 mi S
Questions about Westminster
Where is Westminster, NC?
Westminster is an unincorporated community in Rutherford County, North Carolina, 5.6 miles SW of Ruth.
What county is Westminster in?
Westminster is in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Westminster, NC?
The ZIP code for Westminster is 28167.
What is the nearest town to Westminster?
Ruth, 5.6 miles away.
Are there webcams near Westminster?
Yes. The closest is Lake Lure › North-east: Chimney Rock, 20.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Westminster?
July, with an average high of 89°F (32°C).
What is the coldest month in Westminster?
January, with an average low of 27°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Westminster?
About 52.1 inches (1,322 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in Westminster?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Westminster?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Westminster have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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