Atlantic Beach, NC
Sunrise to Sunset
483 miles
44
°F
2
10
mph
30
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Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 5 PM-7 PM — consider alternative times
About This Beach
Atlantic Beach, NC receives mixed reviews. While some praise its beautiful scenery and relaxing atmosphere, others criticize its lack of amenities, poor water conditions (strong waves, riptides, sharks), and limited accessibility. The beach seems to be developing more toward housing and condos, impacting previous beach experiences. Visitors should be prepared for potentially less family-friendly conditions compared to other locations.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 3:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 45° | 3 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 44° | 2 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 42° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 38° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 36° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 35° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 35° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 3:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 53°F | 1.2 ft | 5s | ↓ S | -1.7 ft |
| 16:00 | 53°F | 1.4 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -1.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 53°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -0.8 ft |
| 18:00 | 53°F | 1.7 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -1.1 ft |
| 19:00 | 53°F | 1.9 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -1.6 ft |
| 20:00 | 53°F | 2 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -2.2 ft |
| 21:00 | 53°F | 2 ft | 4s | ↓ S | -2.9 ft |