Morning Beach Conditions
October 6, 2022
MODERATE rip current risk at all beaches today from Duck to Ocracoke. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the ocean. Never swim alone and always take flotation!
Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which occurs around 1105 am today.
Partly to mostly sunny skies today with temperatures in the upper 60s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Water Temperatures: Duck Pier...67. Jennettes Pier...66. Oregon Inlet Marina...63. Rodanthe Pier...66. Avon Pier...72.
Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels. Most beaches are covered by a roving patrol. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
More beach safety info at: https://www.weather.gov/beach/mhx
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