Borax, SC
Historical community (former settlement) in Union County, South Carolina
Borax is a historical community (former settlement) in Union County, South Carolina. It is 5.8 miles S of Lockhart, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 29742.
Borax at a glance
- State
- South Carolina
- County
- Union County
- ZIP code
- 29742
- Nearest town
- Lockhart (5.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 34.8753, -81.4333
Weather in Borax now
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Borax weather by the hour
Borax weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Borax.
This week in Borax
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Borax
What is the weather usually like in Borax?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 26°F average low
- 45.3 inprecipitation per year · 1,151 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Borax: April–May and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station NINETY NINE IS, SC US (USC00386293), adjusted for the elevation of Borax.
Borax weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Borax through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:39 PM | 10 h 7 min |
| February | 7:09 AM | 6:09 PM | 11 h 0 min |
| March | 7:34 AM | 7:34 PM | 11 h 59 min |
| April | 6:52 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 7 min |
| May | 6:20 AM | 8:23 PM | 14 h 2 min |
| June | 6:10 AM | 8:42 PM | 14 h 32 min |
| July | 6:22 AM | 8:41 PM | 14 h 19 min |
| August | 6:44 AM | 8:15 PM | 13 h 30 min |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:34 PM | 12 h 26 min |
| October | 7:30 AM | 6:52 PM | 11 h 21 min |
| November | 6:58 AM | 5:21 PM | 10 h 23 min |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:17 PM | 9 h 52 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Borax?
Borax has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 26°F (-3°C).
It gets about 45.3 inches (1,151 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is October.
The best time to visit Borax 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 Borax
The closest live webcam is Maplewood: I-85 N @ MM 97.5, 18.4 miles NW of Borax.
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Questions about Borax
Where is Borax, SC?
Borax is a historical community (former settlement) in Union County, South Carolina, 5.8 miles S of Lockhart.
What county is Borax in?
Borax is in Union County, South Carolina.
What is the ZIP code of Borax, SC?
The ZIP code for Borax is 29742.
What is the nearest town to Borax?
Lockhart, 5.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near Borax?
Yes. The closest is Maplewood: I-85 N @ MM 97.5, 18.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Borax?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Borax?
January, with an average low of 26°F (-3°C).
How much does it rain in Borax?
About 45.3 inches (1,151 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Borax?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Borax?
April–May and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Borax have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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