Raleigh experiences a humid and subtropical climate and has 4 main seasons. While the summers are warm, the winters are short and cool. Autumn experiences fewer fewer days of rainfall compared to summer while there are extremes of temperature ranging from -9 to 105 degree F.
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Spring Holiday in Raleigh
Spring is a beautiful time to visit Raleigh. The gardens are covered in flowers and the leaves are fresh and green. Spring is also a time of festivals.
Average Spring Temperature in Raleigh
The temperatures in spring range from mid 60 degree F to mid 80 degree.
Clothes to Pack
T-shirts
Light pants
Shorts, Skirts
Light shoes
Sandals
Spring Festivals
March to May
Summer Holiday in Raleigh
Summers are hot and humid. This is not considered the best time to visit Raleigh. Hottest day of the year falls in July.
Average Summer Temperature in Raleigh
Raleigh NC experiences moderate temperature in spring and autumn but summers are really hot. Summer daytime temperature averages around upper 80s to lower 90s and the nights are warm and humid.
Clothes to Pack
Flip flops
Loose shirts
Pants
Shorts, Skirts
Summer Festivals in Raleigh
Autumns are one of the best time to visit Raleigh. The inherent beauty of this season is further magnified by the various festivals.
Average Fall Temperature in Raleigh
It ranges from 50 to 70 degree F.
Clothes to Pack
Jackets
Long sleeved shirts
Pants, Skirts
Closed Shoes
Fall Festivals in Raleigh
September to November
Winter Holidays in Raleigh
Winters are mild and wet with temperature in the range of 40 to 50 degree F.
Average Winter Temperature in Raleigh
This is between the 15 to 20 range on the lower scale and till 50 degree F on the higher scale. Cold season lasts from December to February with average daily high temperature below 14 degree C.
Clothes to Pack
Jackets
Sweaters
Woollen pants/thick skirts
Pull overs
Boots
Winter Festivals in Raleigh
December to February
