Outer Banks

Outer Banks Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Outer Banks, the United States of America in July.

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Manteo Kitty Hawk Buxton Corolla

Planning a trip to Outer Banks, the United States of America this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Outer Banks in July

Outer Banks, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. July in Outer Banks generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Manteo. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Outer Banks, the United States of America. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Outer Banks, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Corolla with an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) to high rainfall in Manteo with 156 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Manteo sees around 285 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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)

January11°C (52°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Outer Banks in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Outer Banks.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Outer Banks

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Outer Banks, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Outer Banks (July)

Precipitation variation in Outer Banks (July)

Manteo

In July Manteo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
285 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Manteo →

Kitty Hawk

In July Kitty Hawk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
128 mm (5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kitty Hawk →

Buxton

In July Buxton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
271 hours
285 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
127 mm (5 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Buxton →

Corolla

In July Corolla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
277 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Corolla →

Duck

In July Duck generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Duck →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Outer Banks, in the United States of America.

In our records: the United States of America July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in the United States of America in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in the United States of America reached 51°C (124°F) in Palm Desert on July 28, 1995.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Outer Banks in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manteo 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Kitty Hawk 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Buxton 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Corolla 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Duck 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)

Outer Banks weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Outer Banks, the United States of America in July?

Outer Banks, the United States of America typically experiences unpleasant weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Manteo average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 23°C (73°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Outer Banks, the United States of America in July?

Daytime temperatures in Manteo peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in July, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

Does Outer Banks, the United States of America get a lot of rain in July?

Yes, July tends to be a wetter month in Outer Banks, the United States of America. Average rainfall in Manteo sits around 156 mm (6.1 in).

Is July a Good Time to Visit Outer Banks, the United States of America?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Manteo, July may not be the ideal time to visit Outer Banks, the United States of America.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and June offering mostly perfect weather in Manteo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, July, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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