Wake County (Raleigh)
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Today weather in Wake County
Wednesday, August 12th, 2026
36°
Sunny
Feels like 40° · Low 22°
Official weather alert: Heat Advisory. Today, Wake County 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 Wake County Today, with speeds reaching around 13 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 4%.
36° / 22°
Temp
4%
Rain
13 km/h
Wind
64%
Humidity
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Wake County 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 | 08:08 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 24° | 24° | 23.8° | 23.8° | 23.2° | 22.6° | 22.2° | Sunrise | 21.8° | 23.4° | 25.2° | 27.1° | 32.2° | 33.9° | 32.3° | 34.8° | 35.5° | 35.9° | 35.6° | 34.7° | 33.2° | 31.4° | Sunset | 29.8° | 28.6° | 28.2° | |
| Feels like | 26° | 26.7° | 27.5° | 25.8° | 25.6° | 25.1° | 24.6° | 23.9° | 25° | 26.7° | 28.5° | 36.1° | 37.8° | 34.5° | 39.8° | 40° | 39.8° | 38.6° | 36.8° | 34.5° | 32.3° | 31.3° | 30.1° | 29.7° | |||
| wind speed | 13 km/h | 9 km/h | 3 km/h | 10 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 7 km/h | 9 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 217° | 262° | 346° | 334° | 288° | 301° | 309° | 288° | 292° | 308° | 323° | 319° | 318° | 320° | 319° | 307° | 297° | 299° | 310° | 59° | 128° | 148° | 171° | 187° | |||
| wind direction | SW | W | NNW | NNW | WNW | WNW | NW | WNW | WNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | WNW | WNW | NW | ENE | SE | SSE | S | S | |||
| 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 | 12% | 11% | 11% | 10% | 10% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 9% | 6% | 4% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 3% | 11% | |||
| 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 | 86% | 86% | 84% | 82% | 83% | 88% | 88% | 87% | 79% | 73% | 64% | 55% | 49% | 48% | 49% | 45% | 42% | 41% | 40% | 42% | 45% | 54% | 58% | 59% | |||
| dew point | 21.6° | 21.5° | 21° | 20.6° | 20.2° | 20.4° | 20.2° | 19.6° | 19.6° | 20° | 19.7° | 22.1° | 21.6° | 20° | 22.5° | 21.8° | 21.1° | 20.3° | 19.3° | 18.5° | 18.1° | 19.4° | 19.6° | 19.6° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 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 | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 4% | 2% | 3% | 1% | 1% | 3% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 2% | 0% | 5% | 2% | 3% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 76% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.6 | 1.7 | 3.7 | 5.3 | 7 | 7.9 | 7.1 | 6 | 4.5 | 2.5 | 1 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Wake County today
The weather in Wake County today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 36 °F, compared to an average of 30.7 °F for August 12th in recent years.
temperatures
36 °F
rain
0 mm
wind
13 km/h
UV
Very High
Wake County daylight overview ☀️
Today in Wake County, The sun rises at 06:31 and sets at 20:08, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 37 minutes.
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The weather today in Wake County - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Wake County?
The maximum temperature for today in Wake County is expected to be 36° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Wake County? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 4% chance of rain in Wake County today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Wake County? 🌀
The wind in Wake County is expected to blow at 13 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Wake County today?
Given the forecast of 36 °F with a 4% 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 Wake County today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Wake County today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:31 and set at 20:08 in Wake County.
How accurate is the weather forecast Wake County today? ✅
Wake County 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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