Why Is the Water So Cold in the Outer Banks?
Outer Banks water is cold because southwest winds push warm water up to the surface of the Atlantic Ocean and away from the shore. This flow of wind enables cold water that is below the warm water to move in.

Is it warm enough to swim in the Outer Banks?

Fortunately, vacationers to North Carolina's Outer Banks can enjoy warm Atlantic Ocean water many months out of the year, with the highest temperatures occurring during the months of July and August.

How warm does the water get in the Outer Banks?

Outer Banks Pier sea temperatures peak in the range 26 to 28°C (79 to 82°F) on around the 25th of July and are at their lowest on about the 1st of March, in the range 12 to 17°C (54 to 63°F). Year round warm sea temperatures at Outer Banks Pier climb to their maximum in late July.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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