Best Time to Visit Raleigh
Best time: Apr, Jun, May, Oct.
Jul is warmest (32.3°C high); Jul is rainiest (119 mm).
Raleigh weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10.2 | -1.2 | 101 | 3.8 |
| Feb | 12.7 | 0 | 91 | 5 |
| Mar | 17.3 | 4.1 | 108 | 6.8 |
| Apr | 22.7 | 8.4 | 76 | 8.5 |
| May | 26.7 | 13.3 | 102 | 9.5 |
| Jun | 30.5 | 18 | 95 | 9.6 |
| Jul | 32.3 | 20.5 | 119 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 31.2 | 19.9 | 113 | 8.6 |
| Sep | 28.3 | 16.4 | 105 | 7.1 |
| Oct | 22.9 | 9.4 | 82 | 5.8 |
| Nov | 17.7 | 4.6 | 77 | 4.3 |
| Dec | 12.6 | 0.4 | 80 | 3.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprJunMayOct
Beaches: JunJulAug
Hiking: AprOctMayNov
Sightseeing: AprJunMayOct
Raleigh quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Raleigh?
Apr, Jun, May, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 119 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 32.3°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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