Marine Weather and Tide Forecast for Wanchese, NC
April 19, 2024 10:57 AM EDT (14:57 UTC) Change Location
 | Sunrise 6:23 AM Sunset 7:44 PM Moonrise 2:52 PM Moonset 3:30 AM |
AMZ150 S Of Currituck Beach Light To Oregon Inlet Nc Out 20 Nm- 954 Am Edt Fri Apr 19 2024
Rest of today - NE winds 10 to 15 kt, diminishing to 5 to 10 kt late. Seas 4 to 5 ft. Dominant period 7 seconds.
Tonight - SE winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 4 to 5 ft. Dominant period 8 seconds. A slight chance of showers in the evening, then a chance of showers after midnight.
Sat - SW winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming N 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt in the afternoon. Seas 4 to 5 ft. Dominant period 9 seconds. A slight chance of showers.
Sat night - NE winds 5 to 10 kt, becoming E 10 to 15 kt after midnight. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Dominant period 8 seconds.
Sun - NE winds 15 to 20 kt. Gusts up to 25 kt in the morning. Seas around 4 ft. A chance of showers in the morning, then showers likely in the afternoon.
Sun night - NE winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Showers likely.
Mon - NE winds 15 to 20 kt. Seas 3 to 5 ft. A chance of showers in the morning.
Tue - NE winds 10 to 15 kt, diminishing to 5 to 10 kt in the evening, then becoming E after midnight. Seas 3 to 4 ft.
AMZ100 954 Am Edt Fri Apr 19 2024
Synopsis for eastern north carolina coastal waters - Stalled frontal boundary west of area waters will gradually lift back northward through today, bringing winds from easterly to southerly through Sat morning. Another cold front will cross area waters on Saturday, with a low pressure system and its associated fronts then impacting the carolinas on Saturday night into early next week before high pressure ridge builds in from the west on Tuesday.
Area Discussion for - Newport/Morehead City, NC
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Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 1011 AM EDT Fri Apr 19 2024
SYNOPSIS
Backdoor cold front will lift back north across the region through tonight with a risk of showers and a few thunderstorms.
The front will push back through the area Saturday and stall offshore. An area of low pressure will lift NE along the front Sunday into Monday bringing unsettled weather across the region. High pressure briefly builds into the area Tuesday followed by a cold front with limited moisture pushing across the area Wednesday. High pressure builds back into the area for the latter half of the work week.
NEAR TERM /REST OF TODAY/
As of 1010 AM Fri...Low level cloud cover has finally begun to lift out of the area this morning though there still remains two notable areas socked in with low stratus. The first is across our southwestern counties near Duplin and Onslow County where satellite imagery shows this lower cloud deck is slowly drifting SW'wards. This slow SW motion should continue over the next few hours with mo clear skies anticipated by this afternoon. The second area of note is across our northeastern zones and the NOBX where low level cloud cover remains, as moist NE flow persists this morning trapping moisture under a low level inversion. Still expecting this cloud deck to eventually dissipate though it may be later in the afternoon before clouds begin to clear out of the area given the latest guidance. With the cloud cover in place now expecting temps to be slightly cooler today with highs generally in the 70s to around 80 inland and in the 50s to low 60s along the OBX. Otherwise expect E-NE flow to gradually turn to an E to SE direction this afternoon.
Prev Disc...The upper level ridge will break down this morning as a subtle shortwave trough traverses the mid-Atlantic.
Another, weaker lobe of energy behind this feature, combined with efficient heating and gradual low-level moisture return as flow turns southeasterly, will set the stage for probable convective development across central NC racing eastward. The downstream environment will be marginally conducive for a few strong thunderstorms given deep layer shear of 35-40 kt and mean SBCAPEs of 500-1000 J/kg. However, this unstable airmass will only extend as far east as Highway 17 thanks to a combination of sea/sound breezes and the slow retreat of the backdoor cold front. Additionally, convection will likely be arriving close to sunset when instability will be waning. If sufficient instability remains in place, a few strong storms capable of gusty winds and small hail are possible primarily across the far inner coastal plain. Highest risk will be early evening, from 6pm onward.
Impressive temperature gradient today, with highs likely in the low 80s across the southwestern counties while over the northern Outer Banks temperatures will struggle to get above 60.
SHORT TERM /TONIGHT/
As of 440 AM Fri...Storm risk will quickly wane into the evening hours as instability collapses, although a shower risk will persist through the overnight hours as convective complexes ongoing across NC and VA encroach on the area. Another band of broken showers are possible by early Saturday morning as the main cold front begins to cross the state. More mild temperatures likely as the frontal boundary continues to lift northward, with lows in the low 60s inland and mid 50s across NOBX.
LONG TERM /SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/
As of 445 AM Friday...Broad cyclonic flow prevails over the Eastern CONUS through the long term bring a progressive pattern with several frontal passages and an area of low pressure lifting off the coast early next week.
Saturday and Saturday night...A cold front will drop into the area Saturday and stall just off the coast Saturday night.
High-res guidance is a bit stronger with the front pushing through mid-morning through early afternoon. Could see a few showers throughout the day but meager instability with a post frontal inversion developing should limit thunderstorm activity.
Highs will be in the low to mid 70s across northern sections and mid to upper 70s south with mid 60s to around 70s across the OBX.
Sunday through Monday...Shortwave energy moving through the flow aloft will bring better forcing across the area Sunday and Sunday night with favorable jet dynamics over the area.
Sfc low pressure will develop along the offshore front and pass off the OBX Sunday night and push the cold front farther offshore on Monday. There remains some timing differences with the low but expect widespread rain to develop across the area Sunday and continue into Sunday night. Rainfall amounts expected around a half to one inch with highest amounts occuring along the coast. NE winds, clouds and rain will keep cooler temps across the area with highs expected in the low to mid 60s.
Most of the rain will push offshore Sunday night but an upper trough will push across the Southeast which may trigger additional showers across the area on Monday, however guidance has been trending farther south and weaker with the trough which may keep us on the drier side. Below normal temps continue on Monday with highs in the low to mid 60s.
Tuesday through Thursday...High pressure builds into the area Tuesday but will quickly move offshore by Wednesday with additional shortwave energy and sfc cold front sliding across the area bringing the chance for a few showers, though moisture appears to be limited with this system. High pressure builds back into the area on Thursday with dry conditions prevailing.
A warming trend will develop Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the low to mid 70s, and a few upper 70s possible Wednesday.
Temps cool back to the low to mid 70s Thursday.
AVIATION /14Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/
SHORT TERM /through 12z Sat/...
As of 725 AM Fri...Widespread IFR conditions are in place across eastern NC as low stratus deck continues to expand southwestward, although recent observations and satellite data show deck is beginning to break up. Expect this trend to accelerate over the next couple of hours with increased heating, allowing widespread VFR to return by 14-15z. Dry weather persists until tonight when cluster of showers and thunderstorms, initiated to our west, begin to intrude into the coastal plain ahead of another cold front currently over the lower MS valley. Deteriorating flight conditions are likely after 03z Sat from northwest to southeast, with IFR setting in a few hours later.
LONG TERM /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 530 AM Friday...Pred VFR expected through Saturday although there will be an opportunity for brief periods of sub- VFR in isolated showers as mid level shortwaves and attendant cold front moves into the area. Low pressure passes along the offshore front Sunday through Sunday night bringing the best chance of widespread rain and sub-VFR conditions across rtes.
Improving conditions are expected on Monday with pred VFR expected Tuesday.
MARINE
SHORT TERM /Today and Tonight/...
As of 450 AM Sat...Backdoor cold front is now fully across area waters. Northeasterly winds behind the boundary are outperforming guidance, reaching 15-20 kt with a few infrequent gusts near 25 kt. Seas across area waters sit at 3-5 feet, highest across the waters north of Cape Hatteras. Forecast calls for the backdoor front to gradually lift back north with winds veering southeasterly and then southerly tonight, falling below 15 kt after sunrise this morning. Seas will remain elevated across Raleigh Bay and the waters north of Cape Hatteras, and a few spotty waves of 6 feet are possible across the far outer waters. The probability is too low to warrant SCA this morning.
LONG TERM /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 545 AM Friday...A cold front will push south across the waters on Saturday with a northerly surge around 15-20 kt developing. Some high res guidance showing winds as strong as 25 kt which may warrant a SCA over parts of the waters, although the post-frontal surge is expected to be short-lived. The front will stall off the coast Saturday night with winds diminishing to around 15 kt or less but low pressure will develop along the front Sunday and pass off the OBX Sunday night into Monday bringing a period NE winds around 15-25 kt, strongest Sunday night into Monday morning. High pressure builds across the Mid- Atlantic on Tuesday with NE winds around 10-20 kt continuing across the waters. Seas expected to be around 3-5 ft Saturday into Sunday morning, then will build to 4-7 ft across the northern and southern waters and 6-9 ft across the central waters Sunday night and Monday. Seas will gradually subside Monday night and Tuesday.
MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES
NC...None.
MARINE...None.
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC 1011 AM EDT Fri Apr 19 2024
SYNOPSIS
Backdoor cold front will lift back north across the region through tonight with a risk of showers and a few thunderstorms.
The front will push back through the area Saturday and stall offshore. An area of low pressure will lift NE along the front Sunday into Monday bringing unsettled weather across the region. High pressure briefly builds into the area Tuesday followed by a cold front with limited moisture pushing across the area Wednesday. High pressure builds back into the area for the latter half of the work week.
NEAR TERM /REST OF TODAY/
As of 1010 AM Fri...Low level cloud cover has finally begun to lift out of the area this morning though there still remains two notable areas socked in with low stratus. The first is across our southwestern counties near Duplin and Onslow County where satellite imagery shows this lower cloud deck is slowly drifting SW'wards. This slow SW motion should continue over the next few hours with mo clear skies anticipated by this afternoon. The second area of note is across our northeastern zones and the NOBX where low level cloud cover remains, as moist NE flow persists this morning trapping moisture under a low level inversion. Still expecting this cloud deck to eventually dissipate though it may be later in the afternoon before clouds begin to clear out of the area given the latest guidance. With the cloud cover in place now expecting temps to be slightly cooler today with highs generally in the 70s to around 80 inland and in the 50s to low 60s along the OBX. Otherwise expect E-NE flow to gradually turn to an E to SE direction this afternoon.
Prev Disc...The upper level ridge will break down this morning as a subtle shortwave trough traverses the mid-Atlantic.
Another, weaker lobe of energy behind this feature, combined with efficient heating and gradual low-level moisture return as flow turns southeasterly, will set the stage for probable convective development across central NC racing eastward. The downstream environment will be marginally conducive for a few strong thunderstorms given deep layer shear of 35-40 kt and mean SBCAPEs of 500-1000 J/kg. However, this unstable airmass will only extend as far east as Highway 17 thanks to a combination of sea/sound breezes and the slow retreat of the backdoor cold front. Additionally, convection will likely be arriving close to sunset when instability will be waning. If sufficient instability remains in place, a few strong storms capable of gusty winds and small hail are possible primarily across the far inner coastal plain. Highest risk will be early evening, from 6pm onward.
Impressive temperature gradient today, with highs likely in the low 80s across the southwestern counties while over the northern Outer Banks temperatures will struggle to get above 60.
SHORT TERM /TONIGHT/
As of 440 AM Fri...Storm risk will quickly wane into the evening hours as instability collapses, although a shower risk will persist through the overnight hours as convective complexes ongoing across NC and VA encroach on the area. Another band of broken showers are possible by early Saturday morning as the main cold front begins to cross the state. More mild temperatures likely as the frontal boundary continues to lift northward, with lows in the low 60s inland and mid 50s across NOBX.
LONG TERM /SATURDAY THROUGH THURSDAY/
As of 445 AM Friday...Broad cyclonic flow prevails over the Eastern CONUS through the long term bring a progressive pattern with several frontal passages and an area of low pressure lifting off the coast early next week.
Saturday and Saturday night...A cold front will drop into the area Saturday and stall just off the coast Saturday night.
High-res guidance is a bit stronger with the front pushing through mid-morning through early afternoon. Could see a few showers throughout the day but meager instability with a post frontal inversion developing should limit thunderstorm activity.
Highs will be in the low to mid 70s across northern sections and mid to upper 70s south with mid 60s to around 70s across the OBX.
Sunday through Monday...Shortwave energy moving through the flow aloft will bring better forcing across the area Sunday and Sunday night with favorable jet dynamics over the area.
Sfc low pressure will develop along the offshore front and pass off the OBX Sunday night and push the cold front farther offshore on Monday. There remains some timing differences with the low but expect widespread rain to develop across the area Sunday and continue into Sunday night. Rainfall amounts expected around a half to one inch with highest amounts occuring along the coast. NE winds, clouds and rain will keep cooler temps across the area with highs expected in the low to mid 60s.
Most of the rain will push offshore Sunday night but an upper trough will push across the Southeast which may trigger additional showers across the area on Monday, however guidance has been trending farther south and weaker with the trough which may keep us on the drier side. Below normal temps continue on Monday with highs in the low to mid 60s.
Tuesday through Thursday...High pressure builds into the area Tuesday but will quickly move offshore by Wednesday with additional shortwave energy and sfc cold front sliding across the area bringing the chance for a few showers, though moisture appears to be limited with this system. High pressure builds back into the area on Thursday with dry conditions prevailing.
A warming trend will develop Tuesday and Wednesday with highs in the low to mid 70s, and a few upper 70s possible Wednesday.
Temps cool back to the low to mid 70s Thursday.
AVIATION /14Z FRIDAY THROUGH TUESDAY/
SHORT TERM /through 12z Sat/...
As of 725 AM Fri...Widespread IFR conditions are in place across eastern NC as low stratus deck continues to expand southwestward, although recent observations and satellite data show deck is beginning to break up. Expect this trend to accelerate over the next couple of hours with increased heating, allowing widespread VFR to return by 14-15z. Dry weather persists until tonight when cluster of showers and thunderstorms, initiated to our west, begin to intrude into the coastal plain ahead of another cold front currently over the lower MS valley. Deteriorating flight conditions are likely after 03z Sat from northwest to southeast, with IFR setting in a few hours later.
LONG TERM /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 530 AM Friday...Pred VFR expected through Saturday although there will be an opportunity for brief periods of sub- VFR in isolated showers as mid level shortwaves and attendant cold front moves into the area. Low pressure passes along the offshore front Sunday through Sunday night bringing the best chance of widespread rain and sub-VFR conditions across rtes.
Improving conditions are expected on Monday with pred VFR expected Tuesday.
MARINE
SHORT TERM /Today and Tonight/...
As of 450 AM Sat...Backdoor cold front is now fully across area waters. Northeasterly winds behind the boundary are outperforming guidance, reaching 15-20 kt with a few infrequent gusts near 25 kt. Seas across area waters sit at 3-5 feet, highest across the waters north of Cape Hatteras. Forecast calls for the backdoor front to gradually lift back north with winds veering southeasterly and then southerly tonight, falling below 15 kt after sunrise this morning. Seas will remain elevated across Raleigh Bay and the waters north of Cape Hatteras, and a few spotty waves of 6 feet are possible across the far outer waters. The probability is too low to warrant SCA this morning.
LONG TERM /Saturday through Tuesday/...
As of 545 AM Friday...A cold front will push south across the waters on Saturday with a northerly surge around 15-20 kt developing. Some high res guidance showing winds as strong as 25 kt which may warrant a SCA over parts of the waters, although the post-frontal surge is expected to be short-lived. The front will stall off the coast Saturday night with winds diminishing to around 15 kt or less but low pressure will develop along the front Sunday and pass off the OBX Sunday night into Monday bringing a period NE winds around 15-25 kt, strongest Sunday night into Monday morning. High pressure builds across the Mid- Atlantic on Tuesday with NE winds around 10-20 kt continuing across the waters. Seas expected to be around 3-5 ft Saturday into Sunday morning, then will build to 4-7 ft across the northern and southern waters and 6-9 ft across the central waters Sunday night and Monday. Seas will gradually subside Monday night and Tuesday.
MHX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES
NC...None.
MARINE...None.
| Stations | Dist | Age | Wind | Air Temp | Water Temp | Waves | inHg | DewPt |
| ORIN7 - 8652587 - Oregon Inlet Marina, NC | 3 mi | 63 min | NE 9.9G | 49°F | 60°F | 30.14 | ||
| 44095 | 12 mi | 61 min | 57°F | 6 ft | ||||
| 44086 | 19 mi | 61 min | 55°F | 5 ft | ||||
| 41082 | 26 mi | 177 min | NE 14 | 48°F | 55°F | 30.08 | ||
| 44056 - Duck FRF, NC | 32 mi | 61 min | 56°F | 5 ft | ||||
| DUKN7 - Duck Pier, NC - 8651370 | 32 mi | 63 min | NE 13G | 49°F | 30.12 | |||
| 44100 - Duck FRF 26m, NC (430) | 35 mi | 57 min | 50°F | 55°F | 5 ft | |||
| 41083 | 37 mi | 177 min | 51°F | 56°F | 30.08 | |||
| 41120 | 37 mi | 57 min | 60°F | 5 ft | ||||
| HCGN7 - 8654467 - Hatteras, NC | 38 mi | 63 min | NE 11G | 55°F | 67°F | 30.10 | ||
| 44079 | 48 mi | 177 min | 49°F | 55°F | 30.08 |
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Airport Reports
EDIT (hide/show) Help Click EDIT to display multiple airports. Follow links for more data.| Airport | Dist | Age | Wind kt | Vis | Sky | Weather | Temp | DewPt | RH | inHg |
| KMQI DARE COUNTY RGNL,NC | 14 sm | 37 min | ENE 10 | 10 sm | Overcast | 50°F | 48°F | 94% | 30.13 | |
| KFFA FIRST FLIGHT,NC | 20 sm | 37 min | NE 05 | 10 sm | Overcast | 50°F | 48°F | 94% | 30.12 |
Davis Slough
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Fri -- 12:09 AM EDT 0.14 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 04:29 AM EDT Moonset
Fri -- 06:04 AM EDT 0.82 feet High Tide
Fri -- 06:23 AM EDT Sunrise
Fri -- 12:34 PM EDT 0.14 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 03:51 PM EDT Moonrise
Fri -- 06:24 PM EDT 0.85 feet High Tide
Fri -- 07:39 PM EDT Sunset
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
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Fri -- 12:09 AM EDT 0.14 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 04:29 AM EDT Moonset
Fri -- 06:04 AM EDT 0.82 feet High Tide
Fri -- 06:23 AM EDT Sunrise
Fri -- 12:34 PM EDT 0.14 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 03:51 PM EDT Moonrise
Fri -- 06:24 PM EDT 0.85 feet High Tide
Fri -- 07:39 PM EDT Sunset
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
Davis Slough, North Carolina, Tide feet
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Rodanthe
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Fri -- 03:14 AM EDT 0.43 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 04:29 AM EDT Moonset
Fri -- 06:23 AM EDT Sunrise
Fri -- 08:50 AM EDT 0.56 feet High Tide
Fri -- 03:39 PM EDT 0.43 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 03:51 PM EDT Moonrise
Fri -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Fri -- 09:10 PM EDT 0.58 feet High Tide
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
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Fri -- 03:14 AM EDT 0.43 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 04:29 AM EDT Moonset
Fri -- 06:23 AM EDT Sunrise
Fri -- 08:50 AM EDT 0.56 feet High Tide
Fri -- 03:39 PM EDT 0.43 feet Low Tide
Fri -- 03:51 PM EDT Moonrise
Fri -- 07:38 PM EDT Sunset
Fri -- 09:10 PM EDT 0.58 feet High Tide
Tide / Current data from XTide NOT FOR NAVIGATION
Rodanthe, Pamlico Sound, North Carolina, Tide feet
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Morehead City, NC,
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