The climate in Raleigh during October can be summarized as mild and a little damp.
October is in the fall / autumn in Raleigh and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 26°C (78°F), whilst at night 10°C (50°F) is normal.
Daytime temperature | 25.7°C 78.3°F |
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Nightly temperature | 10.1°C 50.2°F |
Average temperature | 17.9°C 64.2°F |
Daily sunshine | 8 hrs |
Avg rainfall | 85 mm 3.3 ins |
Rainy days | 6 days |
Sea temperature | 23.1°C 73.5°F |
Humidity | 75% |
Windspeed | 10.8kph 7 mph |
On average October is the driest month of the year in Raleigh with around 85mm 3.3 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Raleigh in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
Hottest month: | July | 33°C 91.4°F |
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Driest month: | October | 85mm 3.3ins |
Sunniest month: | October | 8hrs |
Coldest month: | January | 13°C 55.4°F |
Wettest month: | March | 155mm 6.1ins |