Atlantic water temperature
Atlantic, Outer Banks / Ocracoke · Sea/Coast
The current water temperature at Atlantic is 24.3 °C (as of October 16, 2026, source: Open-Meteo marine model).
The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.
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Water quality
Official EPA rating: excellentMeasurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 799 data points since August 17, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 22.4 °C on September 27, 2026 · highest value: 28.9 °C on August 20, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 23.2 °C and 25.3 °C.
The current value is 0.1 °C below the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: Atlantic
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Atlantic right now?
The current water temperature is 24.3 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at Atlantic?
Currently 24.3 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at Atlantic in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 24.4 °C.
When is the water warmest at Atlantic?
Across the measurement record, August is on average the warmest month (27.2 °C).
How is the water quality at Atlantic?
The official classification is: excellent.
