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Durham, NC Weather on October 11
October 11th in Durham, NC typically brings pleasant fall weather, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 50°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 11th was in 2017 (81°F average), while the coldest was 1979 (44°F) — a 37°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 31% of October 11th dates historically, with the wettest October 11th recording 2.6" of rain. The last decade has been 3.3°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 11
Planning for October 11th in Durham, NC? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 11 Weather Records for Durham
- •The all-time record high for October 11th in Durham, NC is 91°F, set in 1997.
- •The coldest October 11th on record dropped to 32°F in 2000.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on October 11th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 11th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 11th was 13°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 11 ever in Durham?
The warmest October 11 in Durham, NC reached 91°F in 1997. That is 18°F above the long-term average high of 73°F.
What was the coldest October 11 ever in Durham?
The coldest October 11 in Durham, NC dropped to 32°F in 2000. That is 18°F below the long-term average low of 50°F.
What is the average temperature on October 11 in Durham?
On October 11, Durham averages a high of 73°F and a low of 50°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from DURHAM.
How many years of weather data are available for October 11 in Durham?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 11 in Durham, NC, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 11 Weather History in Durham
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 65°F | 56°F | 0.27" | -- |
| 2024 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 72°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 73°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 72°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2020 | 68°F | 64°F | 0.79" | -- |
| 2019 | 80°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 79°F | 63°F | 2.6" | -- |
| 2017 | 89°F | 73°F | 1.12" | -- |
| 2016 | 68°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 72°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 86°F | 58°F | 0.22" | -- |
| 2013 | 66°F | 59°F | 0.02" | -- |
| 2012 | 68°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 72°F | 56°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2010 | 77°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 75°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 72°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 71°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 79°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 63°F | 59°F | 0.21" | -- |
| 2004 | 75°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 73°F | 59°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2002 | 68°F | 56°F | 2" | -- |
| 2001 | 71°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 71°F | 32°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 73°F | 53°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 1998 | 73°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 91°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 67°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 81°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 62°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 76°F | 43°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1992 | 77°F | 55°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 1991 | 79°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 80°F | 64°F | 1.8" | -- |
| 1989 | 76°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 63°F | 40°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 78°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | -- | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 84°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 75°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 68°F | 59°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 1982 | 77°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 64°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 80°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 53°F | 36°F | 0.38" | -- |
| 1978 | 71°F | 35°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 66°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 64°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1975 | 73°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 76°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 78°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 64°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 60°F | 41°F | 0.39" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: DURHAM
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Durham, NC, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.