Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
18%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Kite Point is a shallow lagoon spot located on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, characterized by a narrow barrier island with protected water to the west and open ocean to the east. The spot features a wide sandy beach with shallow, flat water typical of lagoon conditions. The relatively low wind reliability (17.6%) and modest wave heights (1.06m) indicate this is primarily a flat-water kitesurfing destination suitable for freestyle and light-wind sessions rather than wave riding. The eastward-facing coastline makes northerly and southerly winds side-shore and ideal for safe progression. Visible infrastructure along the beach suggests this is a developed access point. The shallow depths provide safety margins for beginners but require awareness of tidal variations and sandbars. Water conditions appear relatively benign with choppy rather than rough conditions. This spot suits beginner to early-intermediate kiters seeking flat-water practice in a protected environment. Key considerations include tidal changes affecting water depth, the narrow window suitable for launch and landing, and checking local conditions given the inconsistent wind statistics.
Hazards & Safety
shallow water areas
sandbar/shoal formations
soft sand beach landing
narrow launch/landing corridor
road/infrastructure proximity
tidal flats
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
20°C
Avg Water Temp
1.1m
Avg Waves
⚠️ Rough Chop
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Challenging chop, experienced riders
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
23%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
28%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
19%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
27%
10kts
9°feels 5°
12°
AM
~9d
Feb
31%
10kts
11°feels 7°
12°
PM
~8d
Mar
27%
10kts
14°feels 12°
Monthly Water Conditions
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