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Today weather in Durham
Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
36°
Sunny
Feels like 40° · Low 21°
Official weather alert: Heat Advisory. Today, Durham is set to face a notably hot day, with temperatures spiking up to 35 °F and offering slight relief at 21 °F by night. Gentle breezes are expected across Durham Today, with speeds reaching around 10 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 5%.
36° / 21°
Temp
5%
Rain
10 km/h
Wind
68%
Humidity
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Durham hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 06:00 AM | 06:31 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 08:00 PM | 08:09 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 22.6° | 22.4° | 22.4° | 22.2° | 21.8° | 21.5° | 21.2° | Sunrise | 21.2° | 22.6° | 24.7° | 26.5° | 30.5° | 32.3° | 30.9° | 32.2° | 35.2° | 35.8° | 33.5° | 34.3° | 32.8° | 29.8° | Sunset | 27.7° | 27° | 25.8° | |
| Feels like | 25° | 24.7° | 25.8° | 24.8° | 24.1° | 23.5° | 23.1° | 23.2° | 24.9° | 26.4° | 28.1° | 34.6° | 36.7° | 33.9° | 34.6° | 39.5° | 39.9° | 35.3° | 36.6° | 34.2° | 31.1° | 29.6° | 29.1° | 28.5° | |||
| wind speed | 9 km/h | 8 km/h | 3 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 242° | 234° | 256° | 324° | 246° | 317° | 315° | 302° | 300° | 320° | 330° | 322° | 324° | 325° | 322° | 322° | 327° | 331° | 348° | 35° | 83° | 141° | 170° | 234° | |||
| wind direction | WSW | SW | WSW | NW | WSW | NW | NW | WNW | WNW | NW | NNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NNW | NNW | N | NE | E | SE | S | SW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 13% | 12% | 13% | 11% | 15% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 11% | 8% | 5% | 4% | 3% | 4% | 2% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 4% | 6% | 7% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 90% | 88% | 88% | 85% | 86% | 86% | 86% | 88% | 86% | 76% | 68% | 63% | 57% | 57% | 49% | 46% | 43% | 43% | 42% | 43% | 52% | 66% | 72% | 75% | |||
| dew point | 20.8° | 20.4° | 20.4° | 19.5° | 19.3° | 19.1° | 18.8° | 19.2° | 20.2° | 20.2° | 20.2° | 22.8° | 22.6° | 21.3° | 20.2° | 21.8° | 21.4° | 19.1° | 19.7° | 18.7° | 19° | 20.7° | 21.6° | 21.1° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 3% | 2% | 5% | 2% | 3% | 3% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 18% | 18% | 5% | 13% | 22% | 5% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.6 | 3.3 | 5.2 | 6.8 | 6.4 | 7.5 | 6.2 | 4.4 | 2.5 | 1 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Durham today
The weather in Durham today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 36 °F, compared to an average of 31 °F for August 12th in recent years.
temperatures
36 °F
rain
0 mm
wind
10 km/h
UV
Very High
Durham daylight overview ☀️
Today in Durham, The sun rises at 06:31 and sets at 20:09, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 38 minutes.
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The weather today in Durham - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Durham?
The maximum temperature for today in Durham is expected to be 36° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Durham? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 5% chance of rain in Durham today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Durham? 🌀
The wind in Durham is expected to blow at 10 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Durham today?
Given the forecast of 36 °F with a 5% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Durham today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Durham today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:31 and set at 20:09 in Durham.
How accurate is the weather forecast Durham today? ✅
Durham weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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