Raleigh · April
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 71°F, dipping to 51°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
71° / 51°F
Humidity
64%
Rain days
12/mo
Wind
12 mph
What April feels like in Raleigh
Sunrise
06:41
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:48
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Raleigh in April
The kit for April in Raleigh: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+10° avg high
-1 rain days
Raleigh in March →
April
71°F avg high
12 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-8° avg high
-1 rain days
Raleigh in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Raleigh in April?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Raleigh in April?+
Average high 71°F, average low 51°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Raleigh?+
Compared to March (avg high 62°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 79°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Raleigh in April?+
Expect about 12 measurable rain days in April, on average.