89°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
33
Brunswick County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Holden Beach
110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462
A primarily residential barrier-island town with over eight miles of clean, gently sloping beach, Holden Beach is a family-oriented community with minimal commercial development and a strong sea turtle nesting program from May through October.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 82°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 8pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 5am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75. Northeast wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 38% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
30 /100
skip
23 Swim
49 Sunbathe
19 Walk
33 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 8 mph
SW
Rain
38%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:26 PM
6.4 ft · in 3.1h
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:11 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:57 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 12:04 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 6:26 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:12 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 6:57 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:02 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 7:24 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 2:00 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 8:18 PM | High | 6.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 8:48 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 2:56 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:10 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:42 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 3:50 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:37 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:42 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:52 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:22 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:34 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 5:34 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8661070, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
30
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
70%
20
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
43
91°
Sunny
4%
78
92°
Sunny
11%
75
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
36
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 38% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Minor
3:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid parking 9am–5pm daily via SurfCAST by Otto: $5/hour (up to 4 hrs), $20/day, $80/week, $175/annual. Free outside enforcement hours. ADA spaces free with placard.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 20 – September 10 between 9am and 5pm. Otherwise allowed but must be leashed at all times. Service dogs exempt.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking required 9am–5pm
Address
110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Holden Beach today?
Holden 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Holden Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 20 – September 10 between 9am and 5pm. Otherwise allowed but must be leashed at all times. Service dogs exempt.
Is there an entry fee at Holden Beach?
Entry to Holden Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Holden Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Holden Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Holden Beach?
Amenities at Holden Beach include restrooms, showers, fishing pier, public access ramps, kayak launches.
When is the water warmest at Holden 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 Holden Beach located?
Holden Beach is in Brunswick County, NC, at 110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462.
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