Raleigh weather in August
August in Raleigh: hot, rainy — a great time to visit.
#9 of 12 months in Raleigh · #636 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 71/100 (tier B)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Raleigh climate normals — August
| Daytime high | 31°C / 87°F | 🥵 hot |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 22°C / 72°F | |
| Rainfall | 131 mm / 5.2 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 15 days | |
| Humidity | 71% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 20°C / 68°F | |
| Sunshine | 10.7 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.5 h | |
| Wind | 12 km/h / 7 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 61 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Raleigh in August — FAQ
- Is August a good time to visit Raleigh?
- August in Raleigh: hot, rainy — a great time to visit. It ranks #9 of 12 months for Raleigh on SeasonMap's comfort score (71/100).
- What is the weather like in Raleigh in August?
- In August, Raleigh averages a daily high of 30.7°C and a low of 22.1°C, with about 131.1 mm of rain over roughly 15.4 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Raleigh in August?
- Raleigh has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 61 in August.