Cape Hatteras National Seashore in February
In February, Cape Hatteras National Seashore averages a high of 57°F and a low of 42°F, with 4.3 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 74,000 people visit, the 11th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 10 hours 51 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 57° / 42°F
- Precipitation
- 4.3in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 10h 51m
- Visitors
- 74,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
February is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with quiet crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Cape Hatteras AP, NC, 1.1 miles from the park's center, 11 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in February
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial National Historical Park | 53° / 32° | Moderate | Cool |
| Assateague Island National Seashore | 48° / 33° | Quiet | Cool |
| George Washington Memorial Parkway | 48° / 32° | Moderate | Cool |
| Thomas Jefferson Memorial | 48° / 32° | Quiet | Cool |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial | 48° / 32° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Cape Hatteras National Seashore on nps.gov
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