Current Weather and Forecast in Raleigh, NC
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About the weather in Raleigh
Raleigh has a humid subtropical climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 90°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 34°. September brings the most rain, on about 12 days, while June is the sunniest, with 11.6 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 127 days.
Raleigh climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
When is Raleigh at its coldest?
January, with highs of 51°F (10°C) and lows near 34°F (1°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 7°F (-14°C).
What is the rainiest month in Raleigh?
September, at 6.2 inches (158 mm) over about 12 days. October is the driest month, at 3.3 inches (85 mm).
Does it snow in Raleigh?
Yes - about 2 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated January through February.
When is Raleigh at its hottest?
July, averaging 90°F (32°C) by day and 72°F (22°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 101°F (38°C).
Is Raleigh hot in summer?
July averages 90°F (32°C). Hot afternoons happen but extremes are not the norm.
How sunny is Raleigh?
9.1 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in June at 11.6 hours.
What is the best month to go to Raleigh?
Aim for March to May and October to November if you get the choice: warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up, and highs average 70°F (21°C) against roughly 9 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in March.
How long does summer last in Raleigh?
Average highs hold at 30°C or above for 3 months of the year. Outside that, January pulls back to 51°F (10°C).