Late summer · Weather & things to do
Nags Head in August
The year's rain peaks now, with about 6.2 in (158 mm) falling in Nags Head, alongside highs near 82°F (28°C) and lows of 77°F (25°C).
It scores 68/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 77°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.2 in (158 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 22 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What August feels like
Days are warm, averaging 82°F (28°C).
Even at night it stays warm, around 77°F (25°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.2 in (158 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and October & November).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from July (68 → 68/100).
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes82°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Nags Head in August
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Fort Raleigh National Historic Site
Site of the 1587 Lost Colony; outdoor drama 'The Lost Colony' plays summer nights.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer evening.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
Site of the first powered flights, with markers and a granite monument on Kill Devil Hill.
Sam & Omie's
Fishing-shack restaurant since 1937 serving seafood and breakfast.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.2 in of rain.
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Wind-powered brewpub with house beers and live music.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
Seafood house on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway with sound views from every seat and NC-caught fish.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter August days.
Nearby in August
- Corolla in August~31 mi · highs 80°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ocracoke in August~62 mi · highs 83°F, 7.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Williamsburg in August~109 mi · highs 88°F, 5.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, drier
- Richmond in August~148 mi · highs 89°F, 4.9 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Nags Head in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Nags Head?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 68/100 against a best of 80 in April – June and October & November. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends.
How hot is Nags Head in August?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 77°F (25°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nags Head in August?
Yes: about 6.2 in (158 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.0 in (1320 mm).
What should I pack for Nags Head in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (82°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Outer Banks Beach Road May – Oct
Planning Nags Head in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.