Climate ▸Forecast ▸August ▸September ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Raleigh weather in August (North Carolina, United States of America)

How is August weather typically in Raleigh? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In August, Raleigh tends to experience very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of the summer season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 32°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 21°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Precipitation

Raleigh in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 239 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days April and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

Need inspiration to choose your next destination? Our innovative weather planner helps you discover the perfect getaway tailored to your ideal climate conditions.

 

Raleigh, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 36%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 99 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 239 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57%  

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Raleigh.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.