Morning Beach Conditions
June 10, 2026
Update as of 1030 AM...
Based on ocean rescue agency reports the NWS has raised the rip current risk to MODERATE making it a YELLOW FLAG DAY 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 flotation!
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!
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Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which was at 9: 20 am today. ​
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Expect mostly cloudy skies today with temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s. South to southwest winds at 10 to 15 mph. Surf height 2 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...69. Jennettes Pier...67. Oregon Inlet Marina...69. Avon Pier...73.
Always swim near a lifeguard. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
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Beach nourishment projects are taking place in Nags Head and Avon. For location and timing information visit www.morebeachtolove.com​​​
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