Dare County, NC · Atlantic Ocean

Duck Beach

The upscale North Beaches village — boutique shops, a soundside boardwalk, and large rental homes set behind dunes. Beach access is via wooden walkways through the dunes; the village is walkable from most rentals. No commercial high-rises, no piers.

Eats & Drinks 22 Shops 6 Charters & Tours 3

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 62°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny, with a high near 62. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Tonight

Mostly clear, with a low around 52. Northwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Weather

62°F air — chilly for a beach day
Sunny skies — clear conditions

Water

63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued november 7 at 12:49pm est until november 7 at 10:00pm est by nws newport/morehead city nc

37 /100

11 Swim

55 Sunbathe

72 Walk

71 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued November 7 at 12:49PM EST until November 7 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

NWS · In effect through Nov 7, 10:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Seas 4 to 7 ft. * WHERE...The coastal waters from Duck to Ocracoke Inlet. * WHEN...Until 10 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

62°F

Clear

Wind

15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

3 Moderate

Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM

Tomorrow

62°F

Sunny

Water

Water Temp

63°F

Cold

Next High Tide

6:47 PM

1.1 ft · in 14m

Wave Height

4.6 ft

10s · ESE swell

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:31 AM

Sunset

5:01 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
12:24 AM	Low	0.4 ft
6:16 AM	High	1.4 ft
1:15 PM	Low	0.3 ft
6:47 PM	High	1.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:05 AM	Low	0.4 ft
6:55 AM	High	1.4 ft
2:01 PM	Low	0.3 ft
7:31 PM	High	1.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:43 AM	Low	0.4 ft
7:34 AM	High	1.3 ft
2:43 PM	Low	0.3 ft
8:12 PM	High	1.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:20 AM	Low	0.4 ft
8:10 AM	High	1.3 ft
3:23 PM	Low	0.3 ft
8:52 PM	High	0.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:57 AM	Low	0.4 ft
8:46 AM	High	1.3 ft
4:02 PM	Low	0.3 ft
9:28 PM	High	0.9 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:34 AM	Low	0.4 ft
9:22 AM	High	1.2 ft
4:41 PM	Low	0.3 ft
10:01 PM	High	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:12 AM	Low	0.4 ft
9:58 AM	High	1.1 ft
5:19 PM	Low	0.3 ft
10:31 PM	High	0.8 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8652587, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Nov 7

62°

Sunny

Sun Nov 8

62°

Sunny

Mon Nov 9

64°

Sunny

Tue Nov 10

68°

Sunny

Wed Nov 11

66°

Mostly Sunny

Thu Nov 12

65°

Mostly Sunny

10%

Fri Nov 13

59°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

23%

What to Bring Today

recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Resident-only at most ocean accesses. Visitors typically reach the beach via their rental property.

Dogs

Dogs may be off-leash on the beach year-round under owner voice control. Elsewhere in town (boardwalk, Duck Trail, parks), leash max 10 ft is required.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Duck Rd (NC-12), Duck, NC 27949

Amenities

lifeguards at staffed accessesrestaurants nearbysoundside boardwalkshops

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Duck Beach today?

Duck Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Duck Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs may be off-leash on the beach year-round under owner voice control. Elsewhere in town (boardwalk, Duck Trail, parks), leash max 10 ft is required.

Is there an entry fee at Duck Beach?

Entry to Duck Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Duck Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Duck Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Duck Beach?

Amenities at Duck Beach include lifeguards at staffed accesses, restaurants nearby, soundside boardwalk, shops.

When is the water warmest at Duck Beach?

Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.

Where is Duck Beach located?

Duck Beach is in Dare County, NC, at Duck Rd (NC-12), Duck, NC 27949.