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Beaufort, Duke Marine Lab, NC Daily Water Report — September 3, 2026

Today in Beaufort, the water's calling, especially if you’re a boater or kayaker. With boating scoring a solid 8.6 and kayaking at 7.5, the conditions are prime for a smooth ride. The wind is a gentle 4 knots from the southwest, with gusts peaking at a manageable 16.5 knots late tonight, so you’ll have plenty of daylight with calm waters, especially around 1 PM when wave heights dip to their lowest at 0.48 meters. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy a decent day with a score of 7 out of 10. The solunar major periods around dawn and dusk should provide the best windows for casting lines, aided by stable barometric pressure at 1017 hPa. Meanwhile, surfers might find the conditions slightly underwhelming with a 6.1 rating, as the waves hover around 0.56 meters, not quite the thrill-seekers' dream but enough for some fun rides if you're not picky. Comparing to recent days, today’s conditions are relatively consistent with a slight dip in surfing and sailing scores. The past few days have seen higher diving scores, which are absent today due to unavailable data. The absence of rain and a UV index at zero makes for a pleasant day on the water, though the 90% humidity will make it feel warmer than the 26°C air temperature suggests. Looking ahead, the forecast hints at slightly rougher seas tomorrow with wave heights climbing to 0.9 meters. Keep an eye on Saturday, as a significant chance of rain could dampen plans with winds picking up to 16 knots. For today, the best bet is to hit the water early and enjoy the gentle breezes and warm temperatures before the evening gusts roll in.