Morning Beach Conditions

May 14, 2026

MODERATE rip current risk and cool water temperatures at the 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, always take flotation!

LOW rip current risk at the beaches of Frisco, Hatteras Village and Ocracoke. While the risk for rip currents is low, life-threatening rip currents may still be present with water temperatures that can lead to hypothermia. Remember LOW risk does not mean NO risk!

Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which is around 11: 40 am today.

Expect partly sunny skies today with a chance of showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s . West to northwest winds around 10 mph, becoming north in the afternoon. Surf height 2 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...59. Jennettes Pier...60. Oregon Inlet Marina...63. Avon Pier...65.

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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Morning Beach Conditions

May 14, 2026

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