Our verdict
The best time to visit Wrightsville Beach is October-November
The very hottest temperatures in Wrightsville Beach get to around 32℃ (89℉) in the height of summer. In the winter months, it can get down to as low as 3℃ (37℉) at night.
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Wrightsville Beach are usually in July, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Wrightsville Beach in September – It’s the wettest month of the year.
Continue reading to find out loads more about when to travel to Wrightsville Beach, then use the handy tools below to search for the best flight and hotel options that are right for you.
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Wrightsville Beach seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Wrightsville Beach as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach
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 Wrightsville Beach 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.
Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach 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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Wrightsville Beach in January
- Average temperature: 9℃ (48℉)
- Average high temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in January, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Wrightsville Beach in February
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 24mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Wrightsville Beach in March
- Average temperature: 13℃ (56℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 11 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Wrightsville Beach in April
- Average temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in April, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Wrightsville Beach in May
- Average temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 20℃ (67℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in May, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Wrightsville Beach in June
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Wrightsville Beach in July
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays warm all day and night.
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Wrightsville Beach in August
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 30℃ (86℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 62mm (2") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Wrightsville Beach in September
- Average temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 74mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Wrightsville Beach in October
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (74℉)
- Average low temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 9 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in October, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Wrightsville Beach in November
- Average temperature: 15℃ (58℉)
- Average high temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
- Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average humidity: 74%
- Average sunny days: 20 days
- Average rainfall: 33mm (1") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Wrightsville Beach in December
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 9℃ (47℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 19 days
- Average rainfall: 46mm (2") over 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Wrightsville Beach in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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