Our verdict
The best time to visit Outer Banks is April-May
During the warmer months, temperatures in Outer Banks can rise to a maximum of 29℃ (85℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of 5℃ (40℉).
The sun stays up the longest in Outer Banks in July, so you’ll get the most out of your daytime activities if you visit around this time. The wet season in Outer Banks usually falls during the months surrounding August each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
Continue reading to find out more about when to visit Outer Banks, including the climate, seasonal info, what to pack, FAQs, and the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.
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Outer Banks seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Outer Banks as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks
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 Outer Banks 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.
Outer Banks 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 Outer Banks 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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Outer Banks in January
- Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (40℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 57mm (2") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks 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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Outer Banks in February
- Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average low temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 74mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Outer Banks in March
- Average temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 78mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Outer Banks in April
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 86mm (3") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.
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Outer Banks in May
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 77mm (3") over 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Outer Banks in June
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 66mm (3") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Outer Banks in July
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 91mm (4") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Outer Banks in August
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 78%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 97mm (4") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Outer Banks in September
- Average temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 97mm (4") over 15 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Outer Banks in October
- Average temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 16 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Outer Banks in November
- Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 67mm (3") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Outer Banks in December
- Average temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average low temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 86mm (3") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 1 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Outer Banks in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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