Today was another hot one. The UV stayed low to moderate until lunchtime so it was a nice morning to be outside. The high was 82 while the low was 75 with light to gentle winds. Gusts up to 21mph. Currently it’s 79, feels like 85, with SSW winds around 7mph. Tomorrow temps should be about the same or just a few degrees cooler. Winds are predicted to be light to moderate and continue to be from the SSW/WSW.
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Sound water temp: 80-83
Ocean water temp: ~76
Surf: Up north at the Bonner Bridge there have been catches of Bluefish, Red Drum, and Sheepshead. Avon and Rodanthe have seen Croaker. Avon has also reported catches of Bluefish, Red Drum, Sea Mullet, Sharks, and Spanish Mackerel. Hatteras has seen good Pompano.
Sound: More Bluefish and Red Drum reported. A few Speckled Trout caught and released.
Inshore: Inshore boats came back with Bluefish, Cobia, and Red Drum.
Offshore: Offshore boats had catches of Blackfin Tuna, Dolphin, and Wahoo. Releases included Blue Marlin and Sailfish.
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Salt Life Marlin Sun Coast Short Sleeve Tee
The Marlin Sun Coast tri-blend short sleeve tee is sure to be a spring staple! Made from a polyester, cotton, and rayon blend for a soft to the touch feel and comfortable fit, this Salt Life men’s lifestyle tee is perfect for casual wear.
Features
- Front and back Salt Life logos
- Short sleeve crew
Fabric
- 50% polyester 38% cotton 12% rayon jersey
Fit
- Narrow
Care
- Don’t dry fully, hang to complete drying
- Machine wash cold water
- Tumble dry on low

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