Which beach should I pick?
In August, Cape Hatteras Beach averages 27.0°C and Ocracoke Beach averages 27.0°C. The two beaches are 42 km apart on the Atlantic Ocean.
For families, Ocracoke Beach is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.
Cape Hatteras Beach vs Ocracoke Beach
Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 42 km apart.
Monthly averages
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