70°
Sunny
0%
75
Currituck County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Corolla Beach
Ocean Trail (NC-12), Corolla, NC 27927
The end of the paved road on the OBX — and the start of the 4WD-only Carova beaches where the wild Spanish mustang herd roams. Quietest of the developed Outer Banks villages, large vacation rentals, the Currituck Beach Lighthouse, and the Whalehead historic site.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
68°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 70. Northeast wind around 7 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Northeast wind 2 to 7 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
75 /100
great
74 Swim
71 Sunbathe
81 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Clear
Wind
7 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
10:51 PM
1.1 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
8s · E swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:46 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:56 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:28 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 4:32 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Sunny
1%
74
82°
Sunny
0%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
85°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
44
72°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
22
70°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
22%
54
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Public accesses with parking along NC-12. 4WD access to Carova requires deflating tires; horse tours run from Corolla village.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round; no off-leash permitted on Corolla beaches per Currituck County code.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Ocean Trail (NC-12), Corolla, NC 27927
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Corolla Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Corolla Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Corolla Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round; no off-leash permitted on Corolla beaches per Currituck County code.
Is there an entry fee at Corolla Beach?
Entry to Corolla Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Corolla Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Corolla Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Corolla Beach?
Amenities at Corolla Beach include lifeguards at staffed accesses, public restrooms, lighthouse, horse tours nearby.
When is the water warmest at Corolla Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Corolla Beach located?
Corolla Beach is in Currituck County, NC, at Ocean Trail (NC-12), Corolla, NC 27927.
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