Kitty Hawk water temperature today

Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

Kitty Hawk water temperature today is 70°F. Most surfers should plan around Spring suit (2mm).

Water temperatures refreshed hourly from NOAA buoys and forecast models.

Kitty Hawk water temps swing dramatically with the seasons - from frigid winter surf requiring full hooded suits to warm summer sessions in trunks or a spring suit. This guide helps you gear up right for every month.

70°F
Spring suit (2mm)

A spring suit or shorty wetsuit is ideal

Data from Bennett Street · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

Surf spots in Kitty Hawk

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Spot guide for Kitty Hawk

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

Bennett Street
beach
intermediate

Bennett Street is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Kitty Hawk in Outer Banks. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Eckner Street
beach
intermediate

Eckner Street is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Kitty Hawk in Outer Banks. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Kitty Hawk Pier
pier
intermediate-advanced

Kitty Hawk Pier is a pier-influenced surf zone at Kitty Hawk in Outer Banks. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Old Station / Laundromats
beach
intermediate

Old Station / Laundromats is an Atlantic sandbar surf zone at Kitty Hawk in Outer Banks. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

What to know about water temperature

  • Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
  • Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
  • Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
  • Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions

Surf Guides for Kitty Hawk

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Kitty Hawk

Water temperatures in Kitty Hawk typically range from 48-80°F. For summer, spring suit or boardshorts is recommended. In winter, you'll want 4/3mm + boots. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
Water temperatures in Kitty Hawk vary by season, ranging from 48-80°F. Check Quiver's live water temperature data for real-time readings at specific surf spots. Temperatures are typically warmest around August and coldest in February.
Water temperatures in Kitty Hawk range from 48-80°F, so most surfers wear at least spring suit or boardshorts even in summer. A wetsuit is recommended year-round for longer sessions and early morning surfs.

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