Dobson
in Surry County of North Carolina, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
36.396 and -80.723 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 36° 23' 44" and W -80° 43' 21"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 07:28 AM (Thursday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:07 am and 5:10 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

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Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Explore Dobson

Dobson in Surry County (North Carolina) with it's 1,573 inhabitants is located in United States about 265 mi (or 427 km) south-west of Washington DC, the country's capital.

Local time in Dobson is now 07:28 AM (Thursday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 8 airports in the wider vicinity of Dobson, of which 3 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Smith Reynolds Airport in a distance of 33 mi (or 54 km), South-East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like golfing, there are multiple options in driving distance. We found 3 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Yadkinville, Galax, Hillsville, Sparta and Independence. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 8°C / 46 °F

Morning Temperature 5°C / 41 °F
Evening Temperature 4°C / 39 °F
Night Temperature 3°C / 37 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 45%
Air Pressure 1007 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 11 km/h (7 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Broken clouds, covering 50% of sky
General Conditions Scattered clouds

Thursday, 21st of November 2024

8°C (46 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

10°C (50 °F)
5°C (41 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

15°C (60 °F)
7°C (45 °F)
Broken clouds, light breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Hampton Inn - Suites Dobson

Address
3,5 mi
150 Charlestowne Drive
27017 Dobson
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Surry Inn

Address
3,4 mi
2340 Zephyr Road
27017 Dobson
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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Sightseeing North Carolina And Virginia

Published: September 29, 2009
Length: 35:56 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Dale Holland

Auto tour through countryside.


Corvette Auto Show, Shelton Vineyards, Dobson NC

Published: May 25, 2014
Length: 04:03 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: BassPlayerKeithHall

This is a photo slideshow of the Corvette Auto Show, 2014, held at Shelton Vineyards in Dobson NC in Surry County.


Dobson Cyclocross Race Fall 2008

Published: November 15, 2008
Length: 38:01 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: motorcyclist065

Some scenes from a cyclocross race in Dobson, NC on Nov 9, 2008.


Dobson Cyclocross kids race, fall 2008

Published: November 15, 2008
Length: 54:28 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: motorcyclist065

Cyclocross race in Dobson, North Carolina on Nov 9, 2008. A few scenes from the kids race.


Spitfire and Vanguard Autocross

Published: April 21, 2010
Length: 39:17 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: lilgreenspitfire

Great time at the autocross event of the 25th annual Gathering British car show in Dobson, NC on April 18,2010. Notice how the right rear wheel on the Spitfire moves off the ground near the...


My sister and her friend singing

Published: March 31, 2008
Length: 05:49 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: rebelyeller89

They were goofing off on a church trip, so I thought I would tape it.


Hospital Bed Reconditioning Process by Piedmont Medical,Inc.

Published: September 24, 2012
Length: 53:30 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: piedmontmedical

Piedmont Medical Inc. was founded in 1992. We are the leading supplier of reconditioned hospital beds, stretchers, and furniture worldwide! Our name stands for quality and customer satisfaction!...


Surry County First Lego League Competition 2013

Published: January 10, 2014
Length: 00:45 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: SouthData

Seven North Carolina based organizations have teamed up with the Mount Airy, Elkin and Surry County school systems to form the area's first LEGO® robotic program. The Surry FIRST® LEGO®...


2014 Dodge Journey Used Cars Galax, Wytheville Hillsville Wo

Published: March 26, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: HandH AutoSalesGalax

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Published: March 25, 2015
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: HandH AutoSalesGalax

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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Dobson, North Carolina

Dobson is a town in Dobson Township, Surry County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2010 census, the town population was 1,586. It is the county seat of Surry County. Dobson is the home of the Shelton Vineyards, the largest winery in North Carolina.

Located at 36.3917, -80.7211 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Populated places in Surry County, North Carolina, Towns in North Carolina, County seats in North Carolina

Dobson Township, Surry County, North Carolina

Dobson Township is one of fifteen townships in Surry County, North Carolina. The township had a population of 8,088 according to the 2000 census. Geographically, Dobson Township occupies 69.1 square miles in central Surry County. The only incorporated municipality within Dobson Township is the Town of Dobson, the county seat of Surry County. Additionally, there are several smaller, unincorporated communities located here, including, New Hope, Salem Fork and Union Cross.

Located at 36.401, -80.7436 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Townships in Surry County, North Carolina

WYZD

WYZD is a Christian radio station licensed to Dobson, North Carolina, USA, the station serves the Piedmont Triad area. The station is currently owned by Gospel Broadcasting, Inc.

Located at 36.3933, -80.7347 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Surry County, North Carolina, Radio stations in Piedmont Triad

New Hope, North Carolina

New Hope is an unincorporated community in the Dobson Township of central Surry County, North Carolina. The community is on the outskirts of the town of Dobson along the Fisher River. Prominent landmarks include New Hope Baptist Church (founded 1878) and the Fisher River county park. The community of New Hope also has a mirror community just out side of Whiteville,NC as well on US HWY 701 aka (James B. White Hwy. South). This is home of the Tri-County sweet potato plant.

Located at 36.42, -80.712 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Surry County, North Carolina, Unincorporated communities in North Carolina

Surry Community College

Surry Community College is located in Dobson, North Carolina in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and services Surry and Yadkin Counties. It is one of North Carolina's 58 community colleges. Founded in 1964, the college is a two-year, comprehensive college with an open-door admissions policy. Surry Community College offers thirty-six areas of study, many of which have options for an associate degree, diploma or certificate, as well as online degrees.

Located at 36.384, -80.7175 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Two-year colleges in the United States, Universities and colleges in North Carolina, Vocational education in the United States, North Carolina Community College System, Education in Surry County, North Carolina, Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Educational institutions established in 1964, Buildings and structures in Surry County, North Carolina, Education in Yadkin County, North Carolina