Durham Weather in October

October is one of the perfect 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 perfect 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.

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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).

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.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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• March
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• May
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• October
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United States of America, check out our Durham's climate page.

More climate data for Durham

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