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Ocracoke in July
Ocracoke's warmest month brings highs averaging 83°F (29°C), lows of 78°F (26°C) and about 6.2 in (157 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 63/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 83°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 78°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 6.2 in (157 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 09 min
- Comfort score
- 63/100 · Good
What July feels like
Highs settle around 83°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Even at night it stays warm, around 78°F (26°C).
With 80% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.2 in (157 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around July
July is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April and October & November.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (July – September), which brings about 21.2 in (538 mm) in total.
- Comfort slips from 73/100 in June to 63/100.
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes83°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics80% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.2 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ocracoke in July
With 6.2 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Back Porch Restaurant
Long-running Ocracoke dinner spot: local seafood and hand-cut steaks on a screened porch.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.2 in of rain.
1718 Brewing Ocracoke
Island brewery with a deck near the harbor, named for Blackbeard's last year.
Why now Easy to slot in when July's rain moves in.
Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach
Wide, undeveloped beach in Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best summer midday.
Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum
Island history museum in a historic house near the ferry docks.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.2 in of rain.
British Cemetery
Graves of British sailors from HMS Bedfordshire, sunk off the island in 1942.
Nearby in July
- Nags Head in July~62 mi · highs 82°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Corolla in July~88 mi · highs 81°F, 5.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Williamsburg in July~154 mi · highs 90°F, 4.8 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, drier
- Downtown Raleigh in July~156 mi · highs 91°F, 4.8 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.
Ocracoke in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Ocracoke?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 63/100, held back mainly by rain. The best months are April and October & November. Expect highs of 83°F (29°C) and 6.2 in (157 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends.
How hot is Ocracoke in July?
Average highs are 83°F (29°C) and average lows 78°F (26°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ocracoke in July?
Yes: about 6.2 in (157 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 58.0 in (1472 mm).
What should I pack for Ocracoke in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (83°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (80% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.2 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Outer Banks Beach Road May – Oct
Planning Ocracoke in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.