Raleigh Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Raleigh, North Carolina - NC, USA)

Raleigh is home to seasonal weather and a temperate climate. The summer months, from June to September, feature typically hot, sunny days, with cooler evenings, when temperatures drop slightly. Summer temperatures in Raleigh peak at around 31°C / 88°F during July and August, with many fine days.

Wet weather in North Carolina is spread fairly evenly throughout the year. The average annual precipitation / rainfall is around 41 inches / 104 cm.

Spring and autumn are pleasant seasons to visit Raleigh, with plenty of warm weather. Temperatures during these seasons can reach the low 70s.

The winter climate is generally fairly cool, with the occasional frosty night between December to February.


January is usually the coldest month of the year in Raleigh, with temperatures ranging from 10°C / 50°F to -2°C / 28°F. During January and February light snowfalls can occur. The average annual snowfall is around 7 inches / 18 cm.

Raleigh Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

The following are the normal daily temperature ranges for Raleigh:

	Maximum	Minimum
January	10°C / 50°F	-2°C / 28°F
February	11°C / 52°F	0°C / 32°F
March	17°C / 63°F	4°C / 39°F
April	22°C / 72°F	8°C / 46°F
May	26°C / 79°F	13°C / 55°F
June	29°C / 84°F	18°C / 64°F
July	31°C / 88°F	20°C / 68°F
August	30°C / 86°F	20°C / 68°F
September	27°C / 81°F	16°C / 61°F
October	22°C / 72°F	9°C / 48°F
November	17°C / 63°F	4°C / 39°F
December	11°C / 52°F	0°C / 32°F

Raleigh Weather Charts - further Raleigh climate statistics and charts.