Morning Beach Conditions
September 9, 2024
A YELLOW FLAG DAY with MODERATE rip current at the ocean beaches of 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. Never swim alone and always take flotation!
LOW rip current risk south of Cape Hatteras including Frisco, 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 was at 530 am with next low around 630 pm today.
Expect sunny skies today with temperatures in the mid 70s. Northeast winds at 5 to 10 mph. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...73. Jennettes Pier...72. Oregon Inlet Marina...72. Avon Pier...74.
Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels. Many beaches that had lifeguard stands are now unguarded or covered by a roving patrol. Always swim near a lifeguard. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
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