Geography of Buncombe County
Geography of Buncombe County: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Buncombe County
Asheville is 0 mi to the north, Chimney Rock State Park is 20 mi to the south-east, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 53 mi to the west and Gatlinburg is 54 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 35°35′42.4″N 82°33′5.4″W (35.5951, -82.5515)
Quick facts about Buncombe County
| Type | County |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 35°35′42.4″N 82°33′5.4″W (35.5951, -82.5515) |
| Population | 275.000 |
| Local time | 9:11 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, August and October |
| Climate | Continental |
Summary
Buncombe County is a county in North Carolina. Buncombe County is a county in the United States. It has a population of about 275.000.
Right now it is 57°F (14°C) in Buncombe County with clear. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 56°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Buncombe County is April, May, June, August and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 25°F.
The closest major airport is Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), about 172 mi away. Nearby highlights include Chimney Rock State Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Buncombe County today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Buncombe County month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 25° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 53° | 31° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 38° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 70° | 46° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 75° | 54° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 83° | 61° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 65° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 82° | 62° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 78° | 56° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 46° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 59° | 38° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 51° | 31° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Buncombe County?
Buncombe County is a county in North Carolina. Its coordinates are 35.5951, -82.5515. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Buncombe County right now?
It is currently 57°F (14°C) with clear. Humidity is 76% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Buncombe County?
April, May, June, August and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Buncombe County, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Buncombe County in?
Buncombe County observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 9:11 AM.
How many people live in Buncombe County?
Buncombe County has a population of approximately 275.000.
What is the nearest airport to Buncombe County?
The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 172 mi away and Nashville International Airport (BNA), 234 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Buncombe County?
Popular options include Chimney Rock State Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Grayson Highlands State Park, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Congaree National Park and New River Gorge National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
