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The Outer Banks offers ideal vacation temperatures in the summer season. Outer Banks weather is a combination of bright sunny days tempered by gentle ocean breezes. The area enjoys around 200 sunny days each year, with a year-round average hovering around 70°. Wind is an everyday occurrence on the Outer Banks, and can range from gentle southwest breezes to strong northeast storm winds. Otherwise the weather changes rapidly and can be very unpredictable.

Common Weather Questions
from our Outer Banks Message Board

Weather in April
Can anyone tell me what the weather is like in OBX in April? Join in the discussion...

Sept and October
What is the weather like during these months in the Outer Banks, I see the rates for homes drop? Join in the discussion...

Another Weather Question
I just checked the 10 day weather outlook for Nags Head and it lists scattered thunder storms every day next week. Does that mean our whole vacation will be rained out or will there just be spots of rain here and there? Join in the discussion...

October vs November Weather
Just got back from a great vacation in Duck, so much that we were thinking of going back for another week in October or November. Just wanted to know the difference in weather and temperature between October to November. Thanks and hope you all enjoy your vacation as much as we did! Join in the discussion...

What's the weather like in late March
We're staying the last week in March - wondered if we could even envision walking barefoot in the water? Join in the discussion...

December in OBX
We are thinking of having a family reunion in OBX at Christmas time. What is the weather like, and what activities are available? Are rentals readily avaiable? Thanks! Join in the discussion...

Easter vacation in OBX?
Was wondering how the weather/attractions are in Corolla in April? Obviously, no swimming in the ocean but is the temperature in the 70s yet or more like the 60s? Do any of the houses heat the outdoor pools earlier than May 1st? Join in the discussion...

First week in June weather, how busy?
Hi We are staying in duck ocean front the first week in June was wondering if the weather is nice? And is there alot of people? Thank you. Join in the discussion...

August or Sept in OBX
Due to my husband's taking a new job, we will be vacationing later in the year this coming summer. How are the OBX in August or September? We came this year in June. The weather was terrible, but we still had a good time, and we want to come back next year. Join in the discussion...