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The best time to visit Raleigh

Month-by-month climate averages for Raleigh, NC, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

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Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Raleigh is usually March, April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest August rain is behind you.

Raleigh is warmest in July (highs near 89°F) and coldest in January (lows around 33°F), with roughly 48 inches of precipitation across the year and August the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is March, April, May and October.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Raleigh forecast - and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Raleigh weather by month

what to expect in Raleigh through the year, 1991-2020 averages

Here is Raleigh's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Raleigh by season.

Jan
50°
33°
Cool
Feb
53°
35°
Cool
Mar
62°
41°
Mild
Apr
71°
50°
Mild
May
78°
59°
Warm
Jun
86°
66°
Hot
Jul
89°
71°
Hot
Aug
87°
69°
Hot
Wettest
Sep
80°
63°
Warm
Oct
71°
52°
Mild
Nov
60°
42°
Mild
Dec
53°
36°
Cool

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Raleigh?
The most comfortable time to visit Raleigh is usually March, April, May and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest August rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Raleigh?
July is the warmest month in Raleigh, averaging highs near 89°F.
What is the coldest month in Raleigh?
January is the coldest month in Raleigh, with lows around 33°F.
When is the rainy season in Raleigh?
The wettest month in Raleigh is usually August, out of roughly 48 inches of precipitation across the year.

Raleigh month by month