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Morning Beach Conditions

 

April 24, 2024

 

HIGH rip current risk with cool water and air temperatures at the beaches from Oregon Inlet to Ocracoke, to include all of Hatteras Island.  Ocean swimming is not recommended, stay out of the water!

MODERATE rip current risk with cool water and air temperatures from Duck to Nags Head / Oregon Inlet. Only experienced surf swimmers who know how to escape a rip current should enter the water with proper thermal protection. Never swim alone and always take flotation!

Strongest rip currents often occur a couple hours either side of low tide, which is around 2:00 pm today.

 

Expect sunny skies today with high temperature of 72 degrees F and southwest winds around 25 mph. Water Temperatures: Jennettes Pier...52. Oregon Inlet Marina...55. Rodanthe Pier...58. Avon Pier...56.

Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!

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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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