Temperature in Outer Banks in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Outer Banks, the United States of America this January.

Outer Banks, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in January, ranging from 9°C (48°F) in Duck to 12°C (54°F) in Buxton. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Buxton and 3°C (37°F) in Duck. During January, winter is in full swing. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Outer Banks, the United States of America in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Outer Banks, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Outer Banks in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Outer Banks temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Outer Banks, the United States of America in January?

Expect daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Manteo. That makes January a low month for Outer Banks, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Outer Banks, the United States of America in January?

After dark, Manteo cools to about 2°C (36°F) on an average January night.

What is the warmest city in January in Outer Banks, the United States of America?

According to our recent database analysis, Buxton is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 12°C (54°F) and rarely drops below 4°C (39°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in January in Outer Banks, the United States of America?

For the month of January, Duck is the most temperate city in Outer Banks, the United States of America based on our records. Highs average 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 3°C (37°F).

How much sun does Outer Banks, the United States of America get in January?

Manteo enjoys a balanced 152 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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