Outer Banks

Outer Banks Weather & Climate: the United States of America

Climate by month across Outer Banks, the United States of America, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Outer Banks

Outer Banks is one of several regions in the United States of America, with temperatures that range from 10°C (50°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Manteo, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Outer Banks, during the months of April, May, September and October you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (81°F).

When it comes to rainfall, Outer Banks sees significant variations throughout the year. September tends to be the wettest, receiving 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while March is much drier with just 86 mm (3.4 in).

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for July, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Outer Banks by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Outer Banks — and find the best time to visit. (based on Manteo)

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Manteo Kitty Hawk Buxton Corolla Duck
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Climate map of Outer Banks

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Manteo 11°C (52°F) 30°C (86°F) 2°C (36°F) 23°C (73°F) 1335 mm (53 in) 2,659 hours
Kitty Hawk 10°C (50°F) 29°C (84°F) 3°C (37°F) 24°C (75°F) 1215 mm (48 in)
Buxton 12°C (54°F) 30°C (86°F) 4°C (39°F) 24°C (75°F) 1546 mm (61 in) 2,659 hours
Corolla 10°C (50°F) 29°C (84°F) 2°C (36°F) 24°C (75°F) 1203 mm (47 in) 2,707 hours
Duck 9°C (48°F) 28°C (82°F) 3°C (37°F) 24°C (75°F) 1243 mm (49 in)

Places in Outer Banks, the United States of America

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