North Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Abalone St., North Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Expect 2-3ft all day on ENE swell at 9s with glassy conditions — nothing amazing but surfable. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 16mph.
Sun, May 17: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on ENE swell at 9s — moderate SSW wind around 9mph. Afternoon breeze fills in to 15mph.
Mon, May 18: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. The sweet spot is around midday — 2-3ft waves, gentle SW breeze, fair conditions. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
Tue, May 19: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Steady 2-3ft waves on offer on ESE swell at 9s — 9mph SW winds. Expect the wind to bump up to around 18mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 2–3ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Consistent 2-3ft surf through the day on ESE swell at 8s with 9mph from the SW. Expect the wind to bump up to around 21mph by PM.
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Abalone St. is a mellow beach break located on North Carolina's Outer Banks, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves perfect for learning and progression. With its SSW-facing orientation, the spot picks up Atlantic swells efficiently during fall and winter months when consistent swell patterns dominate the region. The protected beach environment and light crowds make it an ideal escape for surfers seeking quality waves without the intensity of more famous breaks.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Abalone St. is 2-3ft with a 8.7s swell period. Wind is SW at 7mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Abalone St. is 2-3ft, produced by a 1.9ft ENE primary swell at 9s, a 1.9ft SE secondary swell at 8s, a 0.6ft N tertiary swell at 4s, a 1.1ft S 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 Abalone St. is Saturday from 5 PM to 8 PM with 3ft waves, a 8.9s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Abalone St. 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 Abalone St.. 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.
Abalone St. is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Abalone St. is a mellow beach break located on North Carolina's Outer Banks, offering forgiving sand-bottom waves perfect for learning and progression. With its SSW-facing orientation, the spot picks up Atlantic swells efficiently during fall and winter months when consistent swell patterns dominate the region. The protected beach environment and light crowds make it an ideal escape for surfers seeking quality waves without the intensity of more famous breaks.
The prime season at Abalone St. 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 Abalone St. include strong currents, occasional sandbars shifting. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Abalone St. 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.
