84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
62%
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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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 62% rain · 76°F water
Full NWS forecast for Saturday
A slight chance of rain showers before 11am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11am and noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 84. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Southwest wind 8 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- 62% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
32 /100
skip
26 Swim
50 Sunbathe
19 Walk
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
SW
Rain
62%
Saturday
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.6 ft
8s · SE swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:47 AM
Sunset
8:25 PM
Moon · 90%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:02 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:22 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 12:32 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:52 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
55%
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80°
Mostly Sunny
6%
85
80°
Sunny
0%
85
83°
Sunny
2%
85
88°
Sunny
6%
85
90°
Sunny
4%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 62% chance of rain
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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS