Water Temperature of the Beaufort Channel in Beaufort, NC
Current Water Temperature
Measurement Time: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
Today's Tides
Low: February 1, 12:39 AM, -0.7 ft
High: February 1, 7:11 AM, 3.6 ft
Low: February 1, 1:37 PM, -0.4 ft
High: February 1, 7:26 PM, 2.9 ft
Temperature Locations
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Local Points of Interest
Radio Island; Pivers Island; Morehead City, NC; Beaufort InletStation Name: Beaufort, Duke Marine Lab
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents
Elevation Above Sea Level: 3 feet
Sensor Depth: -4 feet
Nearest Address:
110 Ann St
Beaufort, NC 28516
Carteret County
GPS Coordinates: 34.720000, -76.670000
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Weather for Beaufort, North Carolina
Current Weather

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sun
H: 33°F
L: 19°F

Mon
H: 42°F
L: 16°F

Tue
H: 47°F
L: 34°F

Wed
H: 55°F
L: 43°F

Thu
H: 39°F
L: 32°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.15 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.25 μg/m3
Ozone: 71 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:36 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 31 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:02 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:32 PM - 4:02 PM
Minor Periods
4:59 PM - 6:29 PM6:32 AM - 8:02 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Coastal Flood Warning issued February 1 at 6:12AM EST until February 1 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:12 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
High Surf Advisory issued February 1 at 6:12AM EST until February 1 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:12 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:15 PM
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, 2 to 4 feet of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the High Surf Advisory, until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 4 below. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Winter Storm Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 below. * WHERE...Beaufort, Mainland Hyde, Pamlico, Southern Craven, Washington, and West Carteret Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
High Wind Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 4 below. * WHERE...East Carteret County. * WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Wind Advisory issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 below. * WHERE...Beaufort, Mainland Hyde, Pamlico, Southern Craven, Washington, and West Carteret Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 9 AM EST this morning. For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
High Surf Advisory issued February 1 at 12:55PM EST until February 1 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:55 PM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 7:00 PM
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Core Banks beaches. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:20PM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:20 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 1 above. * WHERE...East Carteret, Mainland Dare, and Tyrrell Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:20PM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:20 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 3 below. * WHERE...A portion of eastern North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 10:33AM EST until February 2 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:33 AM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
* WHAT...Snow accumulations from yesterday and last night will remain in place. This afternoon's sunshine but below freezing temperatures could lead to icy conditions. * WHERE...All of eastern North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 10:33AM EST until February 2 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:33 AM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
* WHAT...Snow accumulations from yesterday and last night will remain in place. This afternoon's sunshine but below freezing temperatures could lead to icy conditions. * WHERE...All of eastern North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
High Surf Advisory issued February 1 at 6:22PM EST until February 2 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 6:22 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 6:30 AM
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Core Banks beaches. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 3:08PM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 3:08 PM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 3 below. * WHERE...A portion of eastern North Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 below. * WHERE...Coastal Onslow, Duplin, Greene, Inland Onslow, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Northern Craven, and Pitt Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.67 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.13 μg/m3
Ozone: 73.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:36 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 31 mins
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:02 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:32 PM - 4:02 PM
Minor Periods
4:59 PM - 6:29 PM6:32 AM - 8:02 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.37 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.87 μg/m3
Ozone: 79.56 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:37 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 33 mins
Moon Transit: 12:39 AM
Moonset: 7:38 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:09 AM - 2:39 AM2:24 PM - 4:54 PM
Minor Periods
6:09 PM - 7:39 PM7:08 AM - 8:38 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.68 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 7.41 μg/m3
Ozone: 87.12 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:38 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 35 mins
Moon Transit: 1:29 AM
Moonset: 8:09 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 96.3%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:59 AM - 3:29 AM3:12 PM - 5:42 PM
Minor Periods
7:15 PM - 8:45 PM7:39 AM - 9:09 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.67 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.94 μg/m3
Ozone: 85.48 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:39 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 36 mins
Moon Transit: 2:15 AM
Moonset: 8:36 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 90.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
1:45 AM - 4:15 AM3:57 PM - 6:27 PM
Minor Periods
8:18 PM - 9:48 PM8:06 AM - 9:36 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.88 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.52 μg/m3
Ozone: 65.85 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 12:20 AM
Sunset: 5:40 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 38 mins
Moon Transit: 2:58 AM
Moonset: 9:01 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 83.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
2:28 AM - 4:58 AM4:39 PM - 7:09 PM
Minor Periods
9:19 PM - 10:49 PM8:31 AM - 10:01 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
