84°
Mostly Sunny
0%
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Dare County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Kill Devil Hills Beach
Beach Rd (NC-12), Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Between Kitty Hawk and Nags Head — site of the actual Wright Brothers National Memorial. Five miles of Atlantic beach, busy commercial strip on US-158 behind it. Surfable swells; consistently one of the more affordable OBX bases.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for swimming.
80°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. South wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 75. Southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 16 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
84 /100
great
86 Swim
80 Sunbathe
86 Walk
81 Photo
Best for swimming today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
12 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
89°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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
7:19 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
89°
Sunny
2%
79
86°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
40
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
43%
32
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
37
85°
Mostly Sunny
14%
82
85°
Sunny
4%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 12 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lots at numbered accesses along Beach Rd.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, dogs are only permitted on the beach before 9 AM and after 6 PM.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Beach Rd (NC-12), Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Kill Devil Hills Beach today?
Kill Devil Hills 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 Kill Devil Hills Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, dogs are only permitted on the beach before 9 AM and after 6 PM.
Is there an entry fee at Kill Devil Hills Beach?
Entry to Kill Devil Hills Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Kill Devil Hills Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Kill Devil Hills Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Kill Devil Hills Beach?
Amenities at Kill Devil Hills Beach include lifeguards, public restrooms at major accesses, restaurants nearby, shops nearby.
When is the water warmest at Kill Devil Hills 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 Kill Devil Hills Beach located?
Kill Devil Hills Beach is in Dare County, NC, at Beach Rd (NC-12), Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948.
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