Dare County Climate
Dare County, North Carolina
Avg Annual Temp
63.2°F
Annual Precip
53.9"
Annual Snowfall
1.1"
Extreme Heat Days
14.4
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Dare County Weather
A Warm Maritime Climate on the Coast
Dare County's annual average temperature of 63.2°F is significantly warmer than the national median. This coastal environment maintains a temperate feel due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean.
Among the Warmest in North Carolina
With a 63.2°F average, Dare sits nearly four degrees above the North Carolina state average of 59.3°F. It ranks as one of the state's most consistently warm coastal regions.
Warmer and Wetter Than Inland Neighbors
While Duplin County averages 60.6°F, Dare's ocean position pushes its average temperature higher. Its 53.9 inches of annual rainfall also exceeds neighbors like Edgecombe.
Mild Winters and Balmy Coastal Summers
July averages 80.4°F, while winters remain gentle with a January average of 45.5°F. Residents see only 1.1 inches of snow but endure 14 days of extreme heat annually.
Planning for Humidity and Heavy Rain
Invest in high-efficiency cooling systems to manage the humid 78.8°F summer average. Salt-resistant building materials and drainage for 53.9 inches of rain are essential for property owners.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.