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Southport Fishing Pier

Fishing pier · Southport, North Carolina

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

  • Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe

Good to swim

Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns.

  • Water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. NOAA buoy WLON7, as of Aug 22, 4:00 AM UTC
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
88°F
31°C

No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy WLON7 (21.8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:00 AM UTC.

Weather at Southport Fishing Pier

H: 87° L: 73°
Mist
Mist
73°
|
Feels like 77°
Precipitation
88%
Humidity
97%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Light rain shower
73°
3 AM
Overcast
74°
6 AM
Overcast
76°
9 AM
Light rain shower
80°
12 PM
Light rain shower
78°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
86°
6 PM
Light rain shower
85°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Southport Fishing Pier?
Southport Fishing Pier is a fishing pier in Southport, North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Southport Fishing Pier?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Southport Fishing Pier in Southport, North Carolina is 88°F (31°C), measured by NOAA buoy WLON7, 21.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Southport Fishing Pier?
Warm water — comfortable, stay sun-safe: water temperature is 88°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Southport Fishing Pier rated?
Southport Fishing Pier in Southport, North Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 225 reviews.

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  • Practice catch and release for conservation
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Location & Contact

178 E Bay St, Southport, NC 28461

Southport, North Carolina 28461

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