Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Nags Head, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Nags Head, the best time to go is October. See below for details.

Important essentials for Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Nags Head, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

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  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may become worn. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

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General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America by month

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January

In January, Nags Head is cold. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Nags Head, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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February

In February, Nags Head can be very chilly. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Nags Head, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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March

March in Nags Head can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C), with a few days below 32 F (single digits C).

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April

April in Nags Head is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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May

If you are traveling to Nags Head in May, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain regularly. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

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June

June in Nags Head is extremely warm. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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July

July in Nags Head is really hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 70s F (mid 20s C) to high 80s F (low 30s C).

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August

August here is extremely hot. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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September

September in Nags Head is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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October

Traveling to Nags Head in October, you will notice that it is mild. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

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November

November in this region is cool. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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December

December in Nags Head is cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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Activities for Nags Head, North Carolina, United States of America

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Nags Head.

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