Ocracoke Beach, NC

Sunrise to Sunset
511 miles
Ocracoke Beach, NC
Ocracoke Beach, NC view 1
Ocracoke Beach, NC view 2
Temperature
49
°F
UV Index
0
Wind Speed
23
mph
Humidity
88
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~7
min

Beach Alerts

Wind Alert

Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 9 PM-12 AM — secure umbrellas & shade (23mph)

About This Beach

Ocracoke Beach is a pristine, undeveloped barrier island beach boasting miles of white sand and dunes, offering a secluded and tranquil escape. The beach features areas with lifeguards and amenities like restrooms and showers, but also vast stretches of untouched coastline ideal for solitude and exploration. The ferry access adds to its remote charm.

🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances

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Plan Your Visit

Beach Overview

Secluded
Kid Friendly

Amenities

Parking Nearby
Wheelchair Accessible

Activities & Rentals

Surfing

Beachgoers Reviews

4.9

Average Rating

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:15:00 PM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
20:0049°023 mph0
21:0049°023 mph0
22:0050°019 mph0
23:0051°018 mph0
00:0052°017 mph0
01:0051°014 mph0
02:0052°014 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:15:00 PM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
20:0053°F3.5 ft5s↘ SE-0.8 ft
21:0053°F3.5 ft5s↘ SE-1.5 ft
22:0053°F3.4 ft5s↘ SE-2.3 ft
23:0053°F3.3 ft5s↘ SE-2.8 ft
00:0053°F3.2 ft6s↘ SE-3.1 ft
01:0053°F3 ft6s↘ SE-3.0 ft
02:0052°F2.9 ft6s↘ SE-2.7 ft

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