69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
Pender County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Topsail Beach
820 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
The quietest of the three Topsail Island towns, Topsail Beach occupies the south end of the island and is almost entirely residential, with a small marina, a few restaurants, and uncrowded beaches favored by families and shellers. The beach is part of a documented sea turtle nesting area.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
69°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. North wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. North wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
67 /100
good
57 Swim
73 Sunbathe
81 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
69°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
66 Moderate
PM2.5 (fine particles) · New Hanover County
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
66°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next Low Tide
11:58 PM
0.1 ft · in 5.4h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
10s · ESE swell
Barometer
29.93 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy 41013
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:36 AM
Sunset
5:12 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 11:52 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 5:45 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 11:58 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:14 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:27 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:40 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:55 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 1:23 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:07 PM | High | 4.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:19 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:37 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 2:03 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:49 PM | High | 3.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:19 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 2:42 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:32 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:03 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 3:19 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:17 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:05 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:47 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 3:57 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:04 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8658163, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
66°
Sunny
0%
72
71°
Sunny
0%
78
71°
Sunny
0%
78
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
70°
Mostly Sunny
8%
75
63°
Mostly Sunny
13%
61
What to Bring Today
Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid parking in season at public beach accesses and the south-end lot, managed via SurfCAST by Otto Connect.
Dogs
Dogs allowed year-round. Leashed (max 20 ft) May 15 – September 30; off-leash under voice command October 1 – May 14. CBRS Unit L07 area requires leash April 1 – September 30. $100 fine for violations.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking in season
Address
820 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Topsail Beach today?
Topsail 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 Topsail Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed year-round. Leashed (max 20 ft) May 15 – September 30; off-leash under voice command October 1 – May 14. CBRS Unit L07 area requires leash April 1 – September 30. $100 fine for violations.
Is there an entry fee at Topsail Beach?
Entry to Topsail Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Topsail Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Topsail Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Topsail Beach?
Amenities at Topsail Beach include restrooms, showers, public access ramps, beach wheelchairs (borrow from PD), marina.
When is the water warmest at Topsail 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 Topsail Beach located?
Topsail Beach is in Pender County, NC, at 820 S Anderson Blvd, Topsail Beach, NC 28445.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS