North Carolina
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Buxton (North) for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Buxton (North), North Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 1–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with 8mph from the ESE.
Fri, Jun 26: 0–1ft, 6s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with 8mph from the WSW. Afternoon breeze fills in to 16mph.
Sat, Jun 27: 1–1ft, 6s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with 22mph SW winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. 1-2ft waves to start the day on S swell at 5s.
Buxton North is a sandy beach break on Hatteras Island near the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The northeast-facing exposure picks up NE and E swells particularly well during fall and winter months when nor'easters send consistent swell toward the Outer Banks. This stretch offers a more accessible alternative to the expert-level jetty breaks at the cape itself.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Buxton (North) is 0-1ft with a 6.4s swell period. Wind is E at 8mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Buxton (North) is 0-1ft, produced by a 1.6ft SSE primary swell at 6s, a 0.7ft NE secondary swell at 5s, a 1ft ENE wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Buxton (North) is Sunday from 2 PM to 5 PM with 2ft waves, a 9.7s swell period, and conditions rated Poor - Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Buxton (North) works best with a NE swell and SW 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 Buxton (North). 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.
Buxton (North) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Buxton North is a sandy beach break on Hatteras Island near the famous Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. The northeast-facing exposure picks up NE and E swells particularly well during fall and winter months when nor'easters send consistent swell toward the Outer Banks. This stretch offers a more accessible alternative to the expert-level jetty breaks at the cape itself.
The prime season at Buxton (North) 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.
Common hazards at Buxton (North) include strong currents, shallow sandbar hazards. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Buxton (North) 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. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
