North Carolina · United States
Hatteras / Ramp 34, North Carolina (USA)
16.4kts
SW · Windsaison
Hatteras Ramp 34 delivers 280 windy days yearly with reliable Atlantic swell. Intermediate skills required—respect the currents and chop.
- 16.4kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 280
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- SW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Pitt-Greenville, NC
- Koordinaten
- 35.3768, -75.4932
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
84%
fahrbar
20.1 kts
Feb
81%
fahrbar
20 kts
Mär
87%
fahrbar
20.1 kts
Apr
90%
fahrbar
18.4 kts
Mai
69%
fahrbar
17 kts
Jun
63%
fahrbar
16.6 kts
Jul
66%
fahrbar
17.9 kts
Aug
60%
fahrbar
18.1 kts
Sep
72%
fahrbar
18.8 kts
Okt
81%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Nov
80%
fahrbar
18.5 kts
Dez
87%
fahrbar
19.1 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- SW
- NNE
- N
- SSW
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Strong currents and choppy ocean conditions require solid intermediate skills and awareness of water movement
- Shallow sandbars near shore can create unpredictable waves and sudden depth changes
- Weather shifts common on the Outer Banks; monitor conditions closely as squalls can develop quickly
- Fishing piers and other water users in the area require constant vigilance
Was das für dich heißt
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Großen Abstand zu Fischernetzen und Leinen halten (50 m+)
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Nearby shops and restaurants in Hatteras village with kitesurfing-friendly services
- Ramp access for easy launch and recovery with vehicle parking
- Local accommodations and vacation rentals within walking distance
Lokale Tipps
Hatteras has 280+ windy days annually, making it exceptionally reliable. Plan visits during shoulder seasons (Mar-May, Sep-Nov) for the best combination of wind consistency and manageable water temperatures.
Einstieg & Strand
Ramp 34 provides excellent ramp access for launching in choppy ocean conditions. SW, N, and NE winds work best for this location; launch during favorable wind directions to avoid fighting strong cross-currents.
Lokale Regeln
Respect other water users and established local kiter zones. Yield to swimmers and fishing activity, and maintain awareness of crowding during peak wind days.
Was anziehen
A 3/2mm or 4/3mm wetsuit is recommended year-round due to Atlantic Ocean water temperatures; winter months (Dec-Feb) may require 5/4mm. Water temperatures range from cold in winter to warm in summer.
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
Drive down, park, rig on concrete, launch in minutes. Ramp 34 cuts the logistics—no beach walks, no wading. You're in choppy Atlantic water fast. Expect rough conditions most days; clean water is the exception here, not the rule.
Wind & Conditions
16+ knots average. 280 windy days a year means you can actually plan trips around sessions instead of chasing forecasts. SW and N winds align best with the ramp's orientation. March–May and September–November hit the sweet spot: consistent wind, tolerable water temps. Winter needs a hood. Summer turns glassy and unreliable.
The Water
Ocean swell, not a pond. Sandbars shift after storms—depth changes without warning. The current system is the real test: alongshore and rip currents run strong and require constant reading. Fishing piers add another navigation layer. This isn't a zone-out spot. Water temps swing from winter cold to summer warm by July.
Who Should Come
Intermediate riders with edge control and current awareness. This place punishes casual approaches. You need solid body control and constant spatial orientation. Beginners don't belong here. Advanced riders use it for rough-water training.
The Town
Hatteras village has actual kitesurfing knowledge in shops and restaurants—not generic tourist stuff. Working fishing village vibe. Rentals and food within walking distance of the ramp. No nightlife, but plenty of people who kite because conditions are reliable.
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