North Carolina · United States
Hatteras / New Inlet, North Carolina (USA)
16.5kts
SSW · Windsaison
Hatteras inlet demands respect: strong NNE winds, fast currents that shift with tide, and moving sandbars. Come prepared or stay home.
- 16.5kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 281
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- SSW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Pitt-Greenville, NC
- Koordinaten
- 35.6743, -75.4833
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
82%
fahrbar
20.1 kts
Feb
81%
fahrbar
20.4 kts
Mär
85%
fahrbar
20.4 kts
Apr
90%
fahrbar
18.7 kts
Mai
71%
fahrbar
17 kts
Jun
58%
fahrbar
17.1 kts
Jul
66%
fahrbar
18.1 kts
Aug
61%
fahrbar
18.1 kts
Sep
70%
fahrbar
18.7 kts
Okt
82%
fahrbar
19 kts
Nov
88%
fahrbar
17.6 kts
Dez
85%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- SSW
- NNE
- N
- SW
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Strong currents and shoaling around inlet channels with unpredictable water movement
- Choppy ocean conditions and potential wave chop requiring solid wave riding skills
- Shallow water hazards and sandbars that shift seasonally throughout the inlet area
- Weather changes can be rapid; monitor local forecasts as storms develop quickly offshore
Was das für dich heißt
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Nearby Hatteras Village offers kiteboarding schools, equipment rental, and repair shops
- Restaurants, accommodations, and gas stations accessible in the village
- Public beach access with parking facilities available during peak season
Lokale Tipps
Hatteras is known for consistent wind and draws advanced riders; check local tide tables before sessions as inlet currents dramatically affect riding conditions. The spot shines spring through fall when weather is most stable.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from sandy beach areas with attention to tide and inlet current flow; NNE and N winds provide the most consistent and cleanest conditions for launching safely.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishermen and boating traffic common in the inlet; stay aware of other water users and maintain clear communication on the water.
Was anziehen
A 3-4mm wetsuit is essential year-round; water temperatures range from cool (winter: 45°F) to warm (summer: 75°F), so adjust accordingly for the season.
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
Hatteras isn't a mellow beach break. You come here for wind—consistent, strong, and relentless. The Outer Banks funnel Atlantic systems down the coast, and Hatteras sits where that energy concentrates. NNE and N winds deliver the cleanest conditions. SSW brings chop. Launch from the sandy beach and you'll feel the funneling effect immediately—reported average is 16.5 knots, but actual riding wind runs higher.
Wind & Conditions
280+ windy days annually means Hatteras works almost constantly. April through November is most stable. Winter (Jan–Feb) still delivers legitimate sessions, though weather windows tighten and systems develop faster offshore.
Forecast obsessively. Conditions change hard and fast here.
The Water
This is where Hatteras gets serious. Strong inlet currents dominate. Shallow sandbars shift through the channels, creating chopped-up conditions even on "clean" days. Current vectors swing dramatically with tide—high and low tide create different hazards and different safety margins.
Check tide tables before you launch. Ignoring tide means fighting position loss or getting pushed toward hazards you didn't account for.
Who It's For
Intermediate minimum. You need solid wave-riding ability because chop isn't optional. You also need to read current and water movement. Advanced kiters come here specifically for consistency and wind intensity despite the choppy conditions. Beginners will get schooled.
Access & Scene
Hatteras Village is small but functional: local kite schools, rental and repair shops, food and gas nearby. Public beach access with parking. The beach is long enough to avoid stacking during peak season. Spring and fall offer the most consistent wind and fewest weather surprises. Summer brings lighter thermal winds mixed with Hatteras systems.
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