Morning Beach Conditions
May 9, 2024
HIGH rip current risk and dangerous shorebreak at the beaches south of Cape Hatteras, to include Frisco, Hatteras Village, and Ocracoke. Ocean swimming is not recommended, stay out of the water!
MODERATE rip current risk from Oregon Inlet to Cape Hatteras, to include Rodanthe, Waves, Salvo, and Avon. 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!
LOW rip current risk at beaches from Duck to Oregon Inlet, to include Duck, Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, and Nags Head. 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 is around 9:30 am/pm today.
Expect mostly sunny skies today until 4 PM, then mostly cloudy, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. High temperatures in the mid 70’s, west winds around 10 mph. Water Temperatures: Jennette’s Pier: 62. Oregon Inlet Marina...74. Avon Pier...60.
Ocean Rescue staffing is at off season levels. If help is needed, know your location and call 911!
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