UV index is 7 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Raleigh?

The hottest month in Raleigh is typically July, with daytime highs averaging around 32.1°C (90°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 22.4°C (72°F).

What is the coldest month in Raleigh?

The coldest month in Raleigh is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around 1.1°C (34°F) and daytime highs near 10.3°C (51°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Raleigh have a rainy season?

Raleigh doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. September is the wettest month on average (about 150 mm), while October is the driest (about 77 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Raleigh?

The best time to visit Raleigh is typically October, when daytime highs average a comfortable 22.5°C (73°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 77 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is Raleigh's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, Raleigh's air quality index (AQI) is 23, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

11 km/h

SW · Light Breeze · Max 19 km/h

Humidity

80 %

High · feels muggy

UV Index

High

Visibility

16 km

Excellent

Pressure

1003 hPa

Stable

Dew Point

22°C

Very humid

Today vs Normal

35°C+6° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 29°C.

8 of the last 19 days with published data ran above normal.

That's a break from the pattern - today's forecast runs above normal even though the recent stretch mostly ran below.

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Health & Activity Advice

⚠ Take Precautions

UV index is 7 today — high. Apply sunscreen before heading out, and consider a hat or shade during peak hours (roughly late morning to mid-afternoon).

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Morning before 10 AM or evening after 4 PM is the more comfortable window for outdoor activity today.