Our verdict
The best time to visit Nags Head is March-April
During the warmer months, temperatures in Nags Head can rise to a maximum of 20℃ (67℉). The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as 2℃ (36℉).
If you’re keen to see the sights of Nags Head during the day, the sun stays up the longest around August. You don’t want to get wet on your holiday, do you? Well if you’re trying to avoid the rain, then steer clear of Nags Head in November. Head over there in May instead if you want to increase your chances of not being rained on.
Learn more about when to travel to Nags Head, the monthly weather breakdown, FAQs and much more below. Once you’ve decided when you want to go, use our handy tools to find the best prices to suit your budget on flights, transport/transfers, places to stay, and loads more!
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Nags Head seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Nags Head as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Nags Head is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Nags Head
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Nags Head for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Nags Head climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Nags Head for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Nags Head in January
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nags Head in February
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 11 days
- Average snow days: 2 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nags Head in March
- Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average low temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 22mm (1") over 13 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Nags Head in April
- Average temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nags Head in May
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 19mm (1") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nags Head in June
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in June, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nags Head in July
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in July, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Nags Head in August
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 28mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in August, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Nags Head in September
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 25mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in September, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
Nags Head in October
- Average temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average high temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nags Head in November
- Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 51mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Nags Head in December
- Average temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 86%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 35mm (1") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Nags Head in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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