can take an exhilarating whitewater rafting trip or enjoy boating or fishing on area lakes and streams.

Autumn is an ideal time to visit the mountains of North Carolina. The average high in Asheville is 77 in September and 68 in October, perfect for taking a scenic hike amid the fabulous fall foliage. The wintertime weather in the North Carolina mountains is chilly. In December and January, Asheville averages highs of 46 to 50 degrees and lows of 27 to 30 degrees, but it can be colder at higher elevations. Asheville receives about 13 inches of snow annually, but snowfall is greater on the mountain peaks.

North Carolina Mountains Weather North Carolina Mountains weather varies greatly by season and elevation. Springtime is beautiful in the mountains with colorful wildflowers and high temperatures in the 60s and 70s. Spring is the perfect time to explore the spectacular gardens at the Biltmore Estate and the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. March is generally the wettest month with Asheville receiving about 4 inches of precipitation. Summertime brings glorious sunny weather, refreshing mountain breezes, and high temperatures in the low 80s and lows in the 60s. Guests of

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