Zebra, NC
Historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina
Zebra is a historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina. It is 5.5 miles SW of Hays, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 28685.
Zebra at a glance
- State
- North Carolina
- County
- Wilkes County
- ZIP code
- 28685
- Nearest town
- Hays (5.5 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 36.3142, -81.0628
Weather in Zebra now
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Zebra weather by the hour
Zebra weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Zebra.
This week in Zebra
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Zebra
What is the weather usually like in Zebra?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 84°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 22°F average low
- 57.1 inprecipitation per year · 1,450 mm
- 18.6 insnowfall per year · 47 cm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Zebra: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station SPARTA 3.5 SSW, NC US (USC00318158), adjusted for the elevation of Zebra.
Zebra weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Zebra through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:33 AM | 5:34 PM | 10 h 0 min |
| February | 7:10 AM | 6:06 PM | 10 h 56 min |
| March | 7:33 AM | 7:32 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:48 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 10 min |
| May | 6:16 AM | 8:25 PM | 14 h 9 min |
| June | 6:04 AM | 8:45 PM | 14 h 40 min |
| July | 6:17 AM | 8:43 PM | 14 h 26 min |
| August | 6:41 AM | 8:16 PM | 13 h 35 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 | 5:11 PM | 9 h 44 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Zebra?
Zebra has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 22°F (-5°C).
It gets about 57.1 inches (1,450 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is February. Snow is common: about 19 inches fall in an average year.
The best time to visit Zebra is May–June and August–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 Zebra
The closest live webcam is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 15.3 miles SW of Zebra.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Zebra.
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Questions about Zebra
Where is Zebra, NC?
Zebra is a historical community (former settlement) in Wilkes County, North Carolina, 5.5 miles SW of Hays.
What county is Zebra in?
Zebra is in Wilkes County, North Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Zebra, NC?
The ZIP code for Zebra is 28685.
What is the nearest town to Zebra?
Hays, 5.5 miles away.
Are there webcams near Zebra?
Yes. The closest is Millers Creek › South-west: Summit Road, 15.3 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Zebra?
July, with an average high of 84°F (29°C).
What is the coldest month in Zebra?
January, with an average low of 22°F (-5°C).
How much does it rain in Zebra?
About 57.1 inches (1,450 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Zebra?
Yes, about 19 inches of snow fall in an average year.
When is the best time to visit Zebra?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Zebra have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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