Morning Beach Conditions

July 24, 2026

Update as of 130 pm...

Based on reports from ocean rescue agencies and observations the NWS has increased the risk level to HIGH north of Oregon Inlet making it a RED FLAG DAY at Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. Ocean conditions are producing dangerous rip currents. Ocean swimming is not recommended, stay out of the water!

Still a YELLOW FLAG DAY south of Oregon Inlet including the ocean beaches at Pea Island, Rodanthe, Waves. Salvo, Avon, Buxton, 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 happened around 10 am today.

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Expect cloudy skies today with showers and a chance of thunderstorms. Some thunderstorms may produce heavy rainfall. High temperatures in the low to mid 80s. Winds north of Oregon Inlet will be from the northeast around 10 mph. On Hatteras and Ocracoke islands south winds around 10 mph. Surf height around 2 to 4 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...66. Jennettes Pier...68. Oregon Inlet Marina...83. Rodanthe Pier...81. Avon Pier...79.

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

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

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

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Morning Beach Conditions

July 24, 2026

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