Outer Banks

Outer Banks Weather in September

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

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Manteo Kitty Hawk Buxton Corolla

Planning a journey to Outer Banks, the United States of America this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Outer Banks in September

Outer Banks, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. September in Outer Banks generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Duck to 27°C (81°F) in Buxton. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Buxton and 22°C (72°F) in Duck.

For a closer look at conditions across Outer Banks, the United States of America, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kitty Hawk with an average of 137 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Buxton with 224 mm (8.8 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Manteo.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this September. For example, Manteo gets approximately 231 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny 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 September

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Outer Banks, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Outer Banks (September)

Precipitation variation in Outer Banks (September)

Manteo

In September Manteo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
231 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Manteo →

Kitty Hawk

In September Kitty Hawk generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kitty Hawk →

Buxton

In September Buxton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
269 hours
231 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Buxton →

Corolla

In September Corolla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
233 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Corolla →

Duck

In September Duck generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
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.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manteo 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Kitty Hawk 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Buxton 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 224 mm (8.8 in)
Corolla 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Duck 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)

Outer Banks weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

September in Outer Banks, the United States of America brings pleasant weather. In Manteo, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 21°C (70°F).

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

Average temperatures in Outer Banks, the United States of America during September range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Manteo.

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

Yes. September brings heavy rainfall to Outer Banks, the United States of America, with Manteo averaging around 164 mm (6.5 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Manteo, September might be a good time to visit Outer Banks, the United States of America.

On average, the best time to visit Outer Banks, the United States of America is in April, May and June with generally perfect weather in Manteo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, July, November and December tend to be unpleasant.

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We have much more information about the climate in Outer Banks.

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