Buncombe County Weather Forecast
Buncombe County weather: 57°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Buncombe County?
No - rain is unlikely in Buncombe County today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,8 in against a typical 0,5 in).
16-day forecast for Buncombe County
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 56° | 1% | 6 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 63° | 62% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 62° | 70% · 0,2 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 63° | 74% · 0,2 in | 5 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 81° / 62° | 51% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 77° / 64° | 39% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 86° / 64° | 25% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 82° / 64° | 34% · 0,2 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 65° | 33% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 90° / 65° | 37% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 96° / 66° | 37% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 94° / 69° | 35% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 92° / 68° | 39% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 66° | 35% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 87° / 65° | 32% · 0,4 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 42% | -- | — |
What this means for Buncombe County
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 82°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 73°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 8:35 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 8:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
