Station Name: Wrightsville Beach Offshore, NC (ILM3)
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
Beaufort County

GPS Coordinates: 33.988, -77.362

Nearby Water Temperatures

Extreme Cold Warning issued February 1 at 12:24AM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:24 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 2:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as zero. * WHERE...Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. 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 12:21AM EST until February 1 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Wilmington NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:21 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches in southeastern NC and portions of extreme northeastern SC. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches for inland areas and much of northeastern SC. * WHERE...Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 4 PM EST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Travel will be very difficult.

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.

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.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 1 at 1:29AM EST until February 1 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 1:29 AM
Expires: Sun February 1, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Duplin, Onslow, Jones, Craven, Pamlico, and Western Carteret counties. * WHEN...Until noon EST today. * IMPACTS...Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. Plan on slippery road conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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.