Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Nags Head in November
Nags Head cools off: highs slip to 62°F (16°C), from 70°F in October, with lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain.
At 79/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (92 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What November feels like
Days are mild at around 62°F (16°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 55°F (13°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.6 in (92 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.0 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around November
November is one of Nags Head's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 64/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 5°C (9°F) from October.
- Comfort holds steady from October (79 → 79/100).
- Our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.6 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nags Head in November
November is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Outer Banks Brewing Station
Wind-powered brewpub with house beers and live music.
Bodie Island Lighthouse
Black-and-white banded tower with a marsh boardwalk; climbs in season.
Why now November scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sam & Omie's
Fishing-shack restaurant since 1937 serving seafood and breakfast.
Jennette's Pier
Concrete ocean pier with fishing, exhibits and views over the surf.
Basnight's Lone Cedar Cafe
Seafood house on the Nags Head-Manteo causeway with sound views from every seat and NC-caught fish.
Nearby in November
- Corolla in November~31 mi · highs 60°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Ocracoke in November~62 mi · highs 65°F, 3.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Williamsburg in November~109 mi · highs 59°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Richmond in November~148 mi · highs 58°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Nags Head?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 79/100. Expect highs of 62°F (16°C) and 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain. Our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Nags Head in November?
Average highs are 62°F (16°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nags Head in November?
Some: about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 52.0 in (1320 mm).
What should I pack for Nags Head in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.6 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Nags Head in November?
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