Morning Beach Conditions

July 27, 2026

A YELLOW FLAG DAY with MODERATE rip current risk north of Cape Hatteras including the ocean beaches at 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 floatation!

Still LOW rip current risk south of Cape Hatteras including the ocean beaches at 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 happens around 12 :30 pm today.

Click here for a BEACH WARNING FLAG information video.

Expect partly sunny skies today with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. High temperatures in the low to mid 80s. Southeast winds 5 to 10 mph. Surf height around 1 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...75. Jennettes Pier...73. Oregon Inlet Marina...74. Avon Pier...75.

Always swim near a lifeguard. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!

Beach nourishment project starting soon in Buxton. For location and timing information visit www.morebeachtolove.com

Check out videos and beach safety information featuring Dare County locals.

These short videos feature OBX lifeguards, surf photographers and pro surfers.

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Morning Beach Conditions

July 27, 2026

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