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Solar in War: July highs average about 84°F.
In McDowell County, July highs average about 84°F and January lows about 24°F, with roughly 46 inches of rain a year.
Over the last 10 years the National Weather Service recorded damaging thunderstorm winds, floods and flash floods in McDowell County, with hail up to 2 inches across. After a storm, a quick roof and gutter check catches damage before it turns into a leak.
The typical home in McDowell County was built around 1956, about 70 years ago, and 71% were built before 1980. Homes that age often need updated wiring, plumbing and roofs.
McDowell County has had 20 federal disaster declarations in the last 25 years, most often for severe storms; the latest was Severe Winter Storm (2026).
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It depends on your roof, shade and power bill — ask for a proposal with the expected savings and payback in years.
If the roof has under 10 years left, replace it before the panels go on.
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