North Carolina · United States
Hatteras / Barton's, North Carolina (USA)
16.2kts
NNE · Windsaison
275 windy days yearly, waist-deep launches, and dead-flat water. Hatteras is pure progression—tidal currents and sandbars demand respect, but the conditions won't lie to you.
- 16.2kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 275
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- NNE
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Pitt-Greenville, NC
- Koordinaten
- 35.5741, -75.4690
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
81%
fahrbar
20.3 kts
Feb
79%
fahrbar
20.1 kts
Mär
85%
fahrbar
19.9 kts
Apr
88%
fahrbar
18.4 kts
Mai
69%
fahrbar
16.6 kts
Jun
53%
fahrbar
17.1 kts
Jul
65%
fahrbar
17.9 kts
Aug
63%
fahrbar
17.5 kts
Sep
72%
fahrbar
18.3 kts
Okt
79%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Nov
82%
fahrbar
18.3 kts
Dez
87%
fahrbar
19 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- NNE
- SW
- SSW
- N
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Flat Water
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Strong currents and tidal flows common in Pamlico Sound area require awareness of water movement
- Shallow water and sandbars can develop quickly; scout depth before launching
- Occasional boat traffic in the sound; stay alert and use high-visibility gear
- Lightning risk during summer thunderstorms; monitor weather closely
Was das für dich heißt
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Local kitesurfing schools and rental shops in Hatteras village
- Restaurants, accommodations, and fuel stations nearby in Hatteras town
- Parking areas and beach access points throughout the barrier island
Lokale Tipps
Hatteras experiences 275 windy days annually, making it highly reliable year-round with minimal seasonal variation. Check tide schedules as launch spots and water depth shift significantly with tidal changes.
Einstieg & Strand
Flat water conditions make this ideal for beginners; launch from sandy beaches with gradual depth. NE and N winds are most consistent; SW winds are strong but less frequent.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishing activity and give anglers wide berth. Communicate with other kiters and avoid crowded areas during peak wind days.
Was anziehen
Use 3-5mm wetsuits in winter (Nov-Mar) and 2mm suits in warmer months (Jun-Aug); spring/fall require 3mm thickness. Water temperatures vary from 50°F to 80°F seasonally.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- 3/2-mm-Neoprenanzug.
- An Land
- Hoody und Jacke; abends lange Hose.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
Barton's puts you three meters from water. Walk the sand, rig on the beach, launch into the Pamlico Sound. No hikes. No waiting. The barrier island funnels wind consistently down the sound.
Flat water, always. If you came for waves, go to Ocracoke. If you came to drill transitions and new moves without whitewash, this is it. No texture means no interference—just clean, predictable progression work.
Wind & Conditions
275 windy days annually. NE and N winds are the workhorse—consistent, reliable. SW winds hit harder but show up less often. Seasonal variation is minimal; July runs as steady as December.
Thermal winds don't build here. What you see at dawn is what you get. Check the tide before you leave. Launch zones shift dramatically with water depth. A wadeabe spot at low tide becomes thigh-deep at high.
The Water
Strong tidal currents and flows are constant. Sandbars move. Yesterday's depth isn't today's depth. Scout in person if you're new.
Boat traffic is light. Wear bright gear. Summer thunderstorms bring lightning risk—monitor forecasts closely in July and August. When conditions are good, they're safe. When they turn, they go fast.
Who It's For
Early progression? Hatteras is one of the East Coast's best flats. Mistakes teach instead of scare. Edge control and board feel develop without fighting chop. Local shops and schools run solid programs.
Skip it if you need waves or a crowded kite scene. This is working water—reliable, utilitarian, sometimes cold. No Instagram angle. Just consistent launch conditions.
The Scene
Hatteras village has fuel, food, and beds. Parking throughout the barrier island. You'll see other kiters on windy days, but not crowds. Local shops know their water.
Bring a tide chart. Launch early. NE/N winds are your play. When 16+ knots hits and the sand stays flat, you'll see why people keep coming back.
Live-Netzwerkdaten powered by Antigravity Alliance Inc.