Morning Beach Conditions
August 22, 2026
Update issued at 1030 am...
Based on ocean rescue agency reports the NWS has increased the rip current risk north of Oregon Inlet to MODERATE making it a YELLOW FLAG DAY at Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the water. Never Swim alone and always take flotation!
Still LOW risk south of Oregon Inlet from Pea Island to 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 happens around 9: 30 am today.
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Expect mostly cloudy skies today with showers likely and a chance of thunderstorms. High temperatures in the mid 80s. North of Oregon Inlet winds from the south at 5 to 10 mph. On Hatteras and Ocracoke southwest winds around 10 mph. Surf height around 1 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...79. Jennette’s Pier...72. Oregon Inlet Marina...85. Rodanthe Pier...81. Avon Pier...82.
Always swim near a lifeguard. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
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