Morning Beach Conditions
May 12, 2026
MODERATE rip current risk and cool water temperatures that will lead to hypothermia north of Cape Hatteras including Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Pea Island, Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon and Buxton. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the water wearing thermal protection. Never swim alone, always take flotation!
LOW rip current risk south of Cape Hatteras including Frsico, Hatteras Village and Ocracoke. While the risk for rip currents is low, life-threatening rip currents may still be present. Remember LOW risk does not mean NO risk!
Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which is around 10: 05 am today.
Expect mostly sunny skies today with temperatures in the low to mid 60s. Northeast winds around 5 to 15 mph. Surf height 2 to 4 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...57. Jennettes Pier...62. Oregon Inlet Marina...74. Rodanthe Pier...65. Avon Pier...70.
Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels, with beaches covered by a roving patrol. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
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