Sometimes, you need to get away to the beach, even in the darkest days of winter. When you choose the Outer Banks for your vacation destination, we think you’ll be quite happy with the experiences you’ll enjoy while relaxing in our beautiful area. Wake up every morning to salty air and sea breezes and fall asleep easily every night, basking in the serenity that is abundant in the Outer Banks. Because the best vacations begin and end with our luxurious escapes, your winter getaway will be one you compare all others against for years to come. This guide to Outer Banks weather in February will help you prepare for a vacation you will never forget. For even more information about visiting the Outer Banks, download our Vacation Guide. Inside, you’ll find all of the top activities to enjoy, from where to eat to can’t-miss attractions. Get your guide today!
Is February a Good Time to Visit? 
A winter visit to the Outer Banks is going to look different than a summer one will, but the differences will be appreciated after the chaos of the holiday season that ended not too long ago. It will be too cold to swim, that is true, but compared to the freezing temps in your hometown, it will feel positively balmy as the highs reach the low 50s and the lows bottom out in the low 40s. As you explore all there is to do in the area, perhaps enjoying morning walks along the shore’s edge and nighttime strolls under the glow of the moon, you may feel as if you are exploring your own private island, as the winter months are when tourist traffic is light, and you can enjoy the most authentic experience.
What to Pack for a February Escape to the Outer Banks
It will be a little cooler for your morning walk than it will be for your evening sunset viewing, so we always suggest you dress in layers. A light jacket over a short-sleeved tee will keep you cozy when the sun hasn’t completely warmed the landscape, but wait a little bit, and the jacket can be tied around your waist, and your sunglasses will stop holding your hair back and start covering your eyes, and that bottle of sunscreen we suggested you pack? This will be the time to start slathering it on. Our luxurious retreats will enable you to pack light and save room in your suitcase for the souvenirs you will buy, on sale because it is off-season, and when the sun sinks below the horizon, the private hot tubs that reside on our decks will help you regain the warmth that the night sky takes away.
At Home with Pirate’s Cove Realty
Your most comfortable adventures will be enjoyed at home with Pirate’s Cove Realty during your February visit to the Outer Banks. As you sleep in late every day, enjoy a family barbecue on wood decks that overlook the sound, and maybe snuggle in front of a roaring fire on a chilly winter’s night, the memories you make will be ones you treasure forever. Reserve your favorite North Carolina sanctuary today!
