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Raleigh Weather in October

Raleigh in October averages 22°C (72°F) during the day and 10°C (50°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Raleigh in October

Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 75 mm (3 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Raleigh in October

October tends to be one of the excellent months in Raleigh, with 22°C (72°F) in the afternoon and 10°C (50°F) overnight. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights cool down to 10°C (50°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Raleigh in October

There are approximately 215 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April and October typically offer the best circumstances for Raleigh.

Raleigh Temperature in October

Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
73%
Sunshine
215 hours
Percentage Sunshine
62%

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Best Places in the United States of America in October

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

For Raleigh in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Raleigh 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
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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