Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Ocracoke in November
Ocracoke cools off: highs slip to 65°F (18°C), from 73°F in October, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
At 83/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (98 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 07 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 57°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (98 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of Ocracoke's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 71/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 4°C (8°F) from October.
- Comfort improves from 78/100 in October to 83/100.
- 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 57°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.9 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Ocracoke in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Ocracoke Lighthouse
1823 whitewashed lighthouse, the oldest operating in North Carolina.
Ocracoke Lifeguarded Beach
Wide, undeveloped beach in Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Why now November scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
1718 Brewing Ocracoke
Island brewery with a deck near the harbor, named for Blackbeard's last year.
Ocracoke Preservation Society Museum
Island history museum in a historic house near the ferry docks.
Back Porch Restaurant
Long-running Ocracoke dinner spot: local seafood and hand-cut steaks on a screened porch.
Nearby in November
- Nags Head in November~62 mi · highs 62°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Corolla in November~88 mi · highs 60°F, 3.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Williamsburg in November~154 mi · highs 59°F, 3.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Downtown Raleigh in November~156 mi · highs 61°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°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.
Ocracoke in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Ocracoke?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 83/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain. Our Outer Banks Beach Road route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Ocracoke in November?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Ocracoke in November?
Some: about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 58.0 in (1472 mm).
What should I pack for Ocracoke in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 57°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.9 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Ocracoke in November?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.