Morning Beach Conditions
July 10, 2026
A RED FLAG DAY with HIGH rip current risk south of Cape Hatteras including the ocean beaches at Frisco, Hatteras Village and Ocracoke. Ocean conditions will lead to powerful rip currents. Ocean swimming is not recommended, stay out of the water!
A YELLOW FLAG DAY with MODERATE rip current risk north of Cape Hatteras including the ocean beaches from Duck to Buxton. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the water. Never swim alone and always take flotation!
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Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which will be at 9:45 am this morning.
Expect sunny skies today with high temperatures in the lower 90’s. Southwest winds around 10 mph. Surf height around 2 to 3 feet. Water temperatures: Duck Pier...76. Jennettes Pier...80. Oregon Inlet Marina...76. Avon Pier...82.
Always swim near a lifeguard. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
Beach nourishment project taking place in Nags Head. For location and timing information visit www.morebeachtolove.com
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