81°
Sunny
0%
86
Dare County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Duck Beach
Duck Rd (NC-12), Duck, NC 27949
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.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for swimming.
80°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 75. South wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
86 /100
ideal
88 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
82 Photo
Best for swimming today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Sunny
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:33 PM
1.5 ft · in 16m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
11s · E swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ633)
The AKQ office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- MDZ025 Maryland Beaches — Ocean City Beaches and Assateague n/a
- VAZ099 Accomack-Northampton — Chincoteague, Wallops Island, n/a
- VAZ098 Virginia Beach — Virginia Beach and Sandbridge n/a
- NCZ102 Outer Banks Currituck — Currituck County Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
7:20 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:06 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 1:33 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:33 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 2:28 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:21 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:11 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:39 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 3:20 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:07 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:54 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:22 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 4:10 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:53 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:04 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 4:58 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:37 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:17 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:46 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 5:45 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:22 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:58 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:29 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 6:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8652587, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Sunny
1%
81
84°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
41
83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
31
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
36
82°
Mostly Sunny
12%
84
83°
Sunny
4%
86
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°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
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS