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Raleigh’s spring weather outlook for 2024

Learn about the predicted spring weather outlook including March, April, and May in Raleigh, NC — psst... the first day of spring is Tuesday, March 19.

The Raleigh Rose Garden.

We can’t wait for The Raleigh Rose Garden to be in bloom.

Photo by RALtoday

We know the question on your mind, Raleighites — when’s it going to get warm again? Thanks to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, we know what temperatures and precipitation trends to expect — keep reading for the spring weather outlook in Raleigh for March, April, and May.

While exact weather conditions typically can’t be predicted more than a week in advance, here’s a seasonal outlook to help you prepare for what spring will bring.

Reminder: The first day of spring is Tuesday, March 19 — thanks, Leap Year.

The Seasonal Temperature Outlook map for Spring 2024.

It may be slightly warmer in Raleigh this spring.

Screenshot via Climate Prediction Center

Temperature

Think warmer. Raleigh has a 40-50% chance of temps being hotter than usual. Usually, the city averages highs of 62° in March, 72° in April, and 79° in May.

Precipitation

Expect slightly more precipitation. Raleigh has a 40-50% chance of seeing higher than average rainfall amounts this spring.

March

Typically in Raleigh, March’s temperatures fluctuate between an average low of 40° and an average high of 62° — it’s still a little chilly, so don’t put your jackets away just yet. The high is usually ~6° warmer than in February, but we aren’t quite in the clear for snow. Raleigh has seen measurable snow in March + April.

On the sunny side: Look out for daffodils and cherry blossoms in bloom.

April

You’ll most likely need to keep a light jacket close by in April — the average high and low temps are between 72° + 48°. Expect gentle breezes, mild-cool temps, and overcast about 44% of the time. This month, we’ll get about 13 hours of daylight a day (one more hour than in March) — make the most of the extra sunlight with the most anticipated events in 2024.

May

Historically, average highs in May are 79°, with an average low of 57°. Enjoy these moderate-high while they last, because Raleigh’s temps typically rise ~7° in June. Pro tip: The Raleigh Rose Garden begins to bloom around Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12.

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