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Durham Weather in October
October is one of the excellent months to visit Durham, with daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 9°C (48°F) at night. Do note that quite a bit of rainfall is typical, averaging around 74 mm (2.9 in).
Rainfall in Durham in October
Historically, October sees about 9 days of rain, with a monthly average of 74 mm (2.9 in). When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.
Temperature in Durham in October
Durham has excellent weather in October, with days reaching 22°C (72°F) and nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Durham in October
Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 215 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Durham.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April and October typically offer the best weather for Durham.
Durham Temperature in October
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
73% *
Sunshine
215 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
* Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (33 KM, 20 Miles).
Durham Weather by Month
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Best Places in the United States of America in October
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Durham in October
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Durham in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Barbeque8/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Durham 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Miami Beach
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29°C (84°F) Destin26°C (79°F) Los Angeles24°C (75°F) New York City19°C (66°F) Big Bear Lake19°C (66°F) Bucket list
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