Morning Beach Conditions
September 10, 2026
UPDATE as of 11 am....
Based on ocean rescue agency reports the NWS has decreased the rip current risk to LOW north of Cape Hatteras to include the ocean beaches at Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Pea Island, Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, Avon and Buxton. While the risk for rip currents is low, life-threatening rip currents may still be present. Remember LOW risk does not mean NO risk!
Still a YELLOW FLAG DAY with MODERATE rip current risk south of Cape Hatteras at Frisco, Hatteras Village and Ocracoke. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the water. Never swim alone and always take floatation!
Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which is around 1: 30 pm today.
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Expect sunny skies today with temperatures in the mid to upper 80s. Southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph. Surf height 2 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...79, Jennettes Pier...77, Oregon Inlet Marina...77, Rodanthe Pier...77. Avon Pier...80.
Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels, with many beaches covered by a roving patrol. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
Beach nourishment project in Buxton. For location and timing information visit www.morebeachtolove.com
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