Nags Head Pier Surf Forecast
North Carolina

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Spot Guide
Nags Head Pier is one of the OBX's most historically significant surf spots, with a lineage stretching back decades. The north side produces quicker, bowlier peaks for shortboarders while the south side delivers longer lefts favored by longboarders. NE swells provide the most consistent conditions, with December offering the highest percentage of clean rideable waves. The relaxed atmosphere is more welcoming than some of the more competitive OBX pier breaks.
Forecast Charts
Daily Forecast
Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on E swell at 9s with barely a breath of wind. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.
Pretty quiet out there — 4-5ft and mostly poor with glassy conditions.
Late morning into early afternoon looks best — 2-3ft with glassy conditions. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on E swell at 7s — calm winds.
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