North Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Bath House, North Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 2–3ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. A slow one — 2-3ft waves and poor - fair conditions with 10mph SSE winds.
Mon, May 11: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate NW wind around 12mph. Expect the wind to bump up to around 19mph by PM.
Tue, May 12: 5–6ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Pretty quiet out there — 5-6ft and mostly poor - fair with 12mph from the NNE.
Wed, May 13: 2–3ft, 8s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on E swell at 8s and gentle SSW breeze. The S wind kicks in by afternoon — 15mph and poor - fair by then.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 2-3ft on E swell at 7s with moderate WSW wind around 8mph. Things get a bit scrappier as the day goes on.
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Bath House is a mellow beach break located on North Carolina's barrier islands, offering forgiving sand bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces west-southwest, capturing Atlantic swells particularly well during autumn when consistent ground swell combines with favorable wind patterns. With a protected sandy beach and gentle wave formations, this spot provides a welcoming environment for surfers of all abilities looking to escape crowded lineups.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Bath House is 2-3ft with a 6.55s swell period. Wind is SSE at 9mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Bath House is 2-3ft, produced by a 1.2ft E primary swell at 8s, a 0.4ft E secondary swell at 13s, a 1.8ft ESE wind swell swell at 7s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Bath House is Wednesday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 3ft waves, a 7.3s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Bath House works best with a E swell and W winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Bath House. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Bath House is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Bath House is a mellow beach break located on North Carolina's barrier islands, offering forgiving sand bottom waves ideal for learning and progression. The spot faces west-southwest, capturing Atlantic swells particularly well during autumn when consistent ground swell combines with favorable wind patterns. With a protected sandy beach and gentle wave formations, this spot provides a welcoming environment for surfers of all abilities looking to escape crowded lineups.
The prime season at Bath House is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Every surf spot has its own hazards — rocks, rip currents, crowds, marine life, or changing tides. Before paddling out at Bath House, watch the break for 10–15 minutes, talk to locals when you can, and never surf beyond your ability level.
Our Bath House forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
