Water Temperature of the Atlantic Ocean in Wrightsville Beach, NC

Current Water Temperature

43.2°F

Measurement Time: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 4:48 PM EST

Today's Tides

Low: February 1, 12:13 AM, -0.9 ft
 High: February 1, 6:31 AM, 4.7 ft
Low: February 1, 1:06 PM, -0.7 ft
 High: February 1, 6:51 PM, 3.9 ft

Temperature Locations

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Local Points of Interest

Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier

Atlantic Ocean

Station Name: Wrightsville Beach
Data Source: NOAA Tides and Currents

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Sensor Depth: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Seagull Street
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
New Hanover County

GPS Coordinates: 34.213333, -77.786667

Nearby Water Temperatures

Atlantic Ocean, Wrightsville Beach, NC (6.4 mi)
Cape Fear River, Wilmington, NC (9.6 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Wrightsville Beach, NC (28.9 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Cape Fear, NC (36.4 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Sunset Beach, NC (47.3 mi)
Intracoastal Waterway, North Myrtle Beach, SC (55.7 mi)
Buck Creek, Longs, SC (56.3 mi)
Waccamaw River, Longs, SC (57.1 mi)
Intracoastal Waterway, North Myrtle Beach, SC (59.9 mi)
Intracoastal Waterway, North Myrtle Beach, SC (62.3 mi)
Waccamaw River, Conway, SC (68.3 mi)
Intracoastal Waterway, Myrtle Beach, SC (70 mi)
Beaufort Channel, Beaufort, NC (72.6 mi)
Atlantic Ocean, Myrtle Beach, SC (75.5 mi)
Crabtree Swamp, Conway, SC (75.8 mi)

Weather for Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Current Weather

33.1°F
Sunny
Sunny
24.8°F
34.2°F
41%
NW 10.5 mph
14.5 mph
25.8°F
19.1°F
0 in
0%
9 mi
1017 mbar
0.5

Five Day Weather Forecast

Moderate or heavy snow showers
Sun
H: 37°F
L: 17°F
Sunny
Mon
H: 45°F
L: 14°F
Partly Cloudy
Tue
H: 48°F
L: 29°F
Moderate rain
Wed
H: 51°F
L: 44°F
Patchy rain nearby
Thu
H: 39°F
L: 30°F

Air Quality

AQI: 2 - Moderate
PM2.5: 7.95 μg/m3
PM10: 7.95 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 220.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.15 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.85 μg/m3
Ozone: 75 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:08 AM
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 5:41 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 33 mins
Moonrise: 5:35 PM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:06 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
1:28 PM - 3:58 PM

Minor Periods

5:05 PM - 6:35 PM
6:36 AM - 8:06 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

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.


Winter Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 10:26AM EST until February 2 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington NC

Effective: Sun February 1, 2026, 10:26 AM
Expires: Mon February 2, 2026, 2:00 AM

* WHAT...Hazardous travel will persist due to snow and very cold temperatures. * WHERE...Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South Carolina. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.

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.


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.


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.


Sunday, February 1, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate or heavy snow showers
36.5°F
17.1°F
24.9°F
70%
0.57 in
63%
35%
17.9 mph
0.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 6.77 μg/m3
PM10: 6.96 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 191.73 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 5.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.79 μg/m3
Ozone: 73.4 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:08 AM
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 5:41 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 33 mins
Moonrise: 5:35 PM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 7:06 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.9%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
1:28 PM - 3:58 PM

Minor Periods

5:05 PM - 6:35 PM
6:36 AM - 8:06 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Monday, February 2, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
44.6°F
14.2°F
28.7°F
56%
0 in
0%
0%
8.3 mph
0.7


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 7.31 μg/m3
PM10: 7.36 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 210.13 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.36 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.63 μg/m3
Ozone: 77.4 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:08 AM
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 5:42 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 35 mins
Moonrise: 6:45 PM
Moon Transit: 12:43 AM
Moonset: 7:42 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 99.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:13 AM - 2:43 AM
2:20 PM - 4:50 PM

Minor Periods

6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
7:12 AM - 8:42 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Weather Forecast

Partly Cloudy
47.8°F
29.1°F
38.4°F
59%
0 in
0%
0%
6.7 mph
0.7


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 14.19 μg/m3
PM10: 14.51 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 245.13 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.19 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.07 μg/m3
Ozone: 78.44 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:24 AM
Sunset: 5:43 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 36 mins
Moonrise: 7:50 PM
Moon Transit: 1:33 AM
Moonset: 8:13 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 96.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:03 AM - 3:33 AM
3:07 PM - 5:37 PM

Minor Periods

7:20 PM - 8:50 PM
7:43 AM - 9:13 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Weather Forecast

Moderate rain
50.5°F
43.7°F
47.3°F
86%
0.32 in
89%
0%
12.3 mph
0.1


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 15.43 μg/m3
PM10: 17.05 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 229.12 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.37 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.15 μg/m3
Ozone: 79.12 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:06 AM
Sun Transit: 12:25 AM
Sunset: 5:44 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 38 mins
Moonrise: 8:53 PM
Moon Transit: 2:19 AM
Moonset: 8:40 AM
Moon Phase: Full
Moon Illumination: 90.9%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

1:49 AM - 4:19 AM
3:52 PM - 6:22 PM

Minor Periods

8:23 PM - 9:53 PM
8:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Weather Forecast

Patchy rain nearby
38.8°F
30°F
35.8°F
86%
0.01 in
89%
14%
11.6 mph
0.3


Air Quality

AQI: 2 - Moderate
PM2.5: 21 μg/m3
PM10: 21.5 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 280.35 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.46 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 6.53 μg/m3
Ozone: 55 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:05 AM
Sun Transit: 12:25 AM
Sunset: 5:45 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 40 mins
Moonrise: 9:53 PM
Moon Transit: 3:03 AM
Moonset: 9:05 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 83.4%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

2:33 AM - 5:03 AM
4:35 PM - 7:05 PM

Minor Periods

9:23 PM - 10:53 PM
8:35 AM - 10:05 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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