Raleigh weather in October
October in Raleigh: nice, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit.
#3 of 12 months in Raleigh · #107 of 897 destinations to visit in October · comfort 90/100 (tier S)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Raleigh climate normals — October
| Daytime high | 23°C / 73°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 14°C / 57°F | |
| Rainfall | 69 mm / 2.7 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 7 days | |
| Humidity | 70% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 10°C / 51°F | |
| Sunshine | 8.1 h/day | |
| Daylight | 11.3 h | |
| Wind | 14 km/h / 8 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 41 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Raleigh in October — FAQ
- Is October a good time to visit Raleigh?
- October in Raleigh: nice, a little rain, with clean air — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #3 of 12 months for Raleigh on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
- What is the weather like in Raleigh in October?
- In October, Raleigh averages a daily high of 22.9°C and a low of 13.8°C, with about 68.8 mm of rain over roughly 7 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Raleigh in October?
- Raleigh has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 41 in October.