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Surf Zone Forecast
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
NCZ106-202015-
Coastal Pender-
Including the beaches of Surf City and Topsail Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Topsail Inlet............High at 10:14 AM EDT.
Low at 04:03 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Topsail Inlet............High at 11:09 AM EDT.
Low at 04:58 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
NCZ108-202015-
Coastal New Hanover-
Including the beaches of Wrightsville Beach, Masonboro Island,
Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........Low.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Mercer Pier..............High at 10:18 AM EDT.
Low at 04:18 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Tides...
Mercer Pier..............High at 11:17 AM EDT.
Low at 05:11 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
NCZ110-202015-
Coastal Brunswick-
Including the beaches of Bald Head Island, Oak Island, Holden Beach,
Ocean Isle Beach, and Sunset Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.Low.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Low.
Surf Height...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.1 to 2 feet.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Around 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Oak Island...............High at 10:21 AM EDT.
Low at 04:27 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.Low.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Low.
Surf Height...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.1 foot.
Ocean Isle Beach West....1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Oak Island...............High at 11:22 AM EDT.
Low at 05:20 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
SCZ054-202015-
Coastal Horry-
Including the beaches of Cherry Grove, North Myrtle Beach,
Atlantic Beach, Windy Hill, Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach,
and Garden City
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
North of Myrtle Beach....Low.
Myrtle Beach South.......Low.
Surf Height...
North of Myrtle Beach....Around 2 feet.
Myrtle Beach South.......1 foot.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 5 mph, becoming
south 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Springmaid Pier..........High at 10:27 AM EDT.
Low at 04:33 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
North of Myrtle Beach....Low.
Myrtle Beach South.......Low.
Surf Height...
North of Myrtle Beach....1 to 2 feet.
Myrtle Beach South.......1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Springmaid Pier..........High at 11:28 AM EDT.
Low at 05:27 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Mostly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
SCZ056-202015-
Coastal Georgetown-
Including the beaches of Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach,
Pawleys Island, and Debordieu Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the upper 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph, becoming
southeast in the afternoon.
Tides...
Winyah Bay Entrance......High at 10:38 AM EDT.
Low at 04:36 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Tides...
Winyah Bay Entrance......High at 11:38 AM EDT.
Low at 05:31 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Mostly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
SRFILM
Surf Zone Forecast
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
NCZ106-202015-
Coastal Pender-
Including the beaches of Surf City and Topsail Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Topsail Inlet............High at 10:14 AM EDT.
Low at 04:03 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Topsail Inlet............High at 11:09 AM EDT.
Low at 04:58 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
NCZ108-202015-
Coastal New Hanover-
Including the beaches of Wrightsville Beach, Masonboro Island,
Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, and Fort Fisher
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........Low.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the lower 70s.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Mercer Pier..............High at 10:18 AM EDT.
Low at 04:18 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Tides...
Mercer Pier..............High at 11:17 AM EDT.
Low at 05:11 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
NCZ110-202015-
Coastal Brunswick-
Including the beaches of Bald Head Island, Oak Island, Holden Beach,
Ocean Isle Beach, and Sunset Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.Low.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Low.
Surf Height...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.1 to 2 feet.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Around 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................North winds around 5 mph, becoming
southwest 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Oak Island...............High at 10:21 AM EDT.
Low at 04:27 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.Low.
Ocean Isle Beach West....Low.
Surf Height...
East of Ocean Isle Beach.1 foot.
Ocean Isle Beach West....1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Oak Island...............High at 11:22 AM EDT.
Low at 05:20 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
SCZ054-202015-
Coastal Horry-
Including the beaches of Cherry Grove, North Myrtle Beach,
Atlantic Beach, Windy Hill, Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach,
and Garden City
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
North of Myrtle Beach....Low.
Myrtle Beach South.......Low.
Surf Height...
North of Myrtle Beach....Around 2 feet.
Myrtle Beach South.......1 foot.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the mid 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............Around 70.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 5 mph, becoming
south 10 mph in the afternoon.
Tides...
Springmaid Pier..........High at 10:27 AM EDT.
Low at 04:33 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...
North of Myrtle Beach....Low.
Myrtle Beach South.......Low.
Surf Height...
North of Myrtle Beach....1 to 2 feet.
Myrtle Beach South.......1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds 5 to 10 mph.
Tides...
Springmaid Pier..........High at 11:28 AM EDT.
Low at 05:27 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height around 1 foot. Mostly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 3 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$
SCZ056-202015-
Coastal Georgetown-
Including the beaches of Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach,
Pawleys Island, and Debordieu Beach
228 AM EDT Mon Apr 20 2026
.TODAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 2 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
UV Index**..................High.
Water Temperature...........In the upper 60s.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the upper 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph, becoming
southeast in the afternoon.
Tides...
Winyah Bay Entrance......High at 10:38 AM EDT.
Low at 04:36 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.TUESDAY...
Rip Current Risk*...........Low.
Surf Height.................1 to 3 feet.
Thunderstorm Potential**....None.
Waterspout Risk**...........None.
Weather.....................Sunny.
High Temperature............In the mid 60s.
Winds.......................Northeast winds around 10 mph.
Tides...
Winyah Bay Entrance......High at 11:38 AM EDT.
Low at 05:31 PM EDT.
Remarks.....................None.
.EXTENDED...
.WEDNESDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Mostly
sunny. Highs in the lower 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.THURSDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the mid 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
.FRIDAY...Low rip current risk*. Surf height 1 to 2 feet. Sunny.
Highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds around 10 mph.
&&
Rip Current Risk Category
* Low Risk - The risk for rip currents is low, however,
life-threatening rip currents often occur in the vicinity of groins,
jetties, reefs, and piers.
* Moderate Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the
surf zone.
* High Risk - Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf
zone.
** For thunderstorm, waterspout, and UV definitions see:
https://www.weather.gov/beach/ilm
$$