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Brunswick County, NC · Atlantic Ocean
Holden Beach
110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462
A primarily residential barrier-island town with over eight miles of clean, gently sloping beach, Holden Beach is a family-oriented community with minimal commercial development and a strong sea turtle nesting program from May through October.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 6.6ft waves · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 9 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight
Clear, with a low around 59. Northeast wind 2 to 8 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- 6.6ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 2:39pm edt until june 4 at 2:00am edt by nws wilmington nc
49 /100
ok
22 Swim
83 Sunbathe
87 Walk
18 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.6 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 2:39PM EDT until June 4 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Seas 4 to 6 ft. * WHERE...Southeast North Carolina coastal waters out 20 NM. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
9 mph
NE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
10:25 PM
5.1 ft · in 52m
Wave Height
6.6 ft
ENE swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 9:58 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 4:09 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:25 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Sunny
0%
82
84°
Sunny
0%
82
83°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
84°
Mostly Sunny
8%
82
84°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
31
80°
Chance Rain Showers
34%
72
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:20 PM - 11:20 PM
Major
2:30 AM - 4:30 AM
Minor
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Major
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid parking 9am–5pm daily via SurfCAST by Otto: $5/hour (up to 4 hrs), $20/day, $80/week, $175/annual. Free outside enforcement hours. ADA spaces free with placard.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 20 – September 10 between 9am and 5pm. Otherwise allowed but must be leashed at all times. Service dogs exempt.
Entry Fee
Free beach access; paid parking required 9am–5pm
Address
110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Holden Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Holden Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Holden Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach May 20 – September 10 between 9am and 5pm. Otherwise allowed but must be leashed at all times. Service dogs exempt.
Is there an entry fee at Holden Beach?
Entry to Holden Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Holden Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Holden Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Holden Beach?
Amenities at Holden Beach include restrooms, showers, fishing pier, public access ramps, kayak launches.
When is the water warmest at Holden 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 Holden Beach located?
Holden Beach is in Brunswick County, NC, at 110 Rothschild Street, Holden Beach, NC 28462.
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