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North Carolina HVAC Climate Zones

North Carolina spans 2 IECC climate zones. Find your exact zone, design temperatures, and get free Manual J load calculations for any North Carolina location.

Find Your North Carolina Climate Zone

Climate Zones in North Carolina

Climate Zone 3A

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Warm - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
22°F
Summer
94°F
Wet Bulb
75°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-20
Roof:R-30
Floor:R-19
Window U:0.32

Load Characteristic

Balanced Loads
humid Climate

Climate Zone 4A

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Mixed - Humid

Design Temperatures

Winter
13°F
Summer
91°F
Wet Bulb
75°F

IECC 2021 Requirements

Wall:R-20
Roof:R-49
Floor:R-19
Window U:0.32

Load Characteristic

Balanced Loads
humid Climate

Recommended Equipment for North Carolina

Based on Climate Zone 3A (Warm - Humid), here are typical HVAC equipment specifications for North Carolina installations.

Heating Systems

Gas furnace
Heat pump
Typical AFUE Rating
90-95%

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency for North Carolina furnaces

Cooling Systems

AC (14-16 SEER)
Heat pump
Typical SEER Rating
14-16 SEER

Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio for North Carolina AC systems

Why Accurate Climate Data Matters in North Carolina

Accurate Sizing

North Carolina's climate zone data ensures proper equipment sizing. No more callbacks from oversized or undersized systems.

Code Compliance

North Carolina building departments require IECC-compliant Manual J calculations. Our tool uses official North Carolina climate data.

Energy Savings

Right-sized systems based on North Carolina climate data reduce energy costs for homeowners and improve your reputation.

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