Kitty Hawk Tides October 2026 | Tide Charts & Tables | Outer Banks, NC

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Kitty Hawk Tide Table for October 2026

View tide tables in a column-row format below, with a "diff" column to spot large tide height swings—great for anglers. Scroll down for a textual format, ideal for reading or sharing.

- diff Tides diff Tides diff Tides diff Tides diff Sun Moon
10/1 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/2 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/3 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/4 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/5 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/6 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/7 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/8 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/9 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/10 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/11 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/12 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/13 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/14 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/15 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/16 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/17 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/18 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/19 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/20 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/21 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/22 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/23 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/24 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/25 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/26 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/27 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/28 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/29 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/30 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM 3'3" 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11
10/31 0'0" L 4'6" 1:23AM 0'0" H 5'7" 2:34AM 0'0" L 6'8" 3:45PM 0'0" H 7'9" 4:56PM N/A 00:00-13:11 00:00-13:11

Kitty Hawk Textual Tide Table for October 2026


Oct 1st (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 2nd (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 3rd (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 4th (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 5th (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 6th (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 7th (Wed)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 8th (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 9th (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 10th (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 11th (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 12th (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 13th (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 14th (Wed)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 15th (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 16th (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 17th (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 18th (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 19th (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 20th (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 21st (Wed)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 22nd (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 23rd (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 24th (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 25th (Sun)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 26th (Mon)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 27th (Tue)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 28th (Wed)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 29th (Thu)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 30th (Fri)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"
Oct 31st (Sat)
Sun 0:00am-1:11pm L 1:23am 4'5" H 2:34am 5'6" L 3:45pm 6'7" H 4:56pm 7'8"

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NOAA/NWS Forecast for Kitty Hawk | Beach Hazards Statement

Last updated: June 8, 2026, 6:01 AM

Beach Hazards Statement

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 8 at 4:13AM EDT until June 8 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents.

* WHERE...The beaches north of Cape Hatteras.

* WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The most likely time for strong rip
currents to occur is a couple hours either side of low tide,
which will occur around 8:00 AM Monday.

Effective: June 8, 2026, 8:13 AM

Expires: June 9, 2026, 12:00 AM

Marine Forecast (AMZ150)

AMZ150-090000-
S of Currituck Beach Light to Oregon Inlet NC out 20 nm-
649 AM EDT Mon Jun 8 2026

.TODAY...NE winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt, increasing
to 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt late this morning and
afternoon. Seas 3 to 5 ft. Wave Detail: E 4 ft at 7 seconds.
.TONIGHT...NE winds 15 to 20 kt, diminishing to 10 to 15 kt after
midnight. Seas 3 to 5 ft. Wave Detail: NE 5 ft at 7 seconds and S
1 ft at 5 seconds.
.TUE...E winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 3 to 5 ft. Wave Detail: NE 5 ft
at 8 seconds and E 1 ft at 5 seconds.
.TUE NIGHT...S winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: E
4 ft at 8 seconds and SE 1 ft at 2 seconds.
.WED...S winds 10 to 15 kt, increasing to 15 to 20 kt in the
afternoon. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: S 3 ft at 4 seconds and E
3 ft at 8 seconds.
.WED NIGHT...SW winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. Seas
2 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: S 3 ft at 5 seconds and E 2 ft at
8 seconds. A chance of showers and tstms after midnight.
.THU...SW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 4 ft. A chance of showers
and tstms in the morning.
.THU NIGHT...SW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft.
.FRI...SW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft.
.FRI NIGHT...SW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 2 to 3 ft. A chance of
showers and tstms.

Winds and seas higher in and near tstms.

$$

Land Forecast (NCZ203)

TODAY: Sunny, breezy and not as warm with highs in the mid 70s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

TONIGHT: Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. Breezy with lows in the mid 60s. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph.

TUESDAY: Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 70s. East winds around 10 mph.

TUESDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s. South winds 10 to 15 mph.

WEDNESDAY: Mostly sunny and breezy. Highs in the lower 80s. South winds 15 to 20 mph.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Breezy with lows in the mid 70s. Chance of rain 30 percent.

THURSDAY: Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning. Highs in the upper 80s. Chance of rain 30 percent.

THURSDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy. Lows in the mid 70s.

FRIDAY: Mostly sunny. Highs in the mid 80s.

FRIDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy in the evening, then becoming mostly cloudy. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows in the lower 70s. Chance of rain 40 percent.

SATURDAY: A chance of showers in the morning. Partly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s. Chance of rain 30 percent.

SATURDAY NIGHT: Partly cloudy. Lows in the lower 70s.

SUNDAY: Mostly sunny. Highs in the lower 80s.

Last updated: June 8, 2026, 6:01 AM

Kitty Hawk (Guide)

Kitty Hawk on the Outer Banks provides excellent fishing for redfish, bluefish, and pompano from the beaches or small boats with outgoing tides improving surf fishing action. Boat ramps at Kitty Hawk and nearby sound accesses support small craft. Beaches at Kitty Hawk Beach and the main Outer Banks stretches deliver long sand for family outings picnics swimming and shore casting with dramatic ocean views. The historic Wright Brothers area setting makes tide planned visits memorable.

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North Carolina State Parks

North Carolina State Parks and beaches with coastal camping, reservations, day use fees, and Outer Banks shoreline access

Kitty Hawk Bay and Soundside Access (Other)

Public soundside access points on the west side of Kitty Hawk along Kitty Hawk Bay and the Roanoke Sound offering shoreline fishing crabbing kayaking paddleboarding and low tide exploration of the protected back bays and marshes. Tidal ranges expose mudflats sandbars and shallow areas at low tide creating ideal conditions for targeting inshore species like red drum speckled trout and flounder from shore or small craft while observing birds and wildlife in the estuarine habitat. Quiet access with limited facilities provides a serene complement for combining land based or paddle activities with tide awareness and appreciating the calmer western side of the Outer Banks barrier island.

Kitty Hawk Pier (Historic Site Area) (Other)

Area near the historic Kitty Hawk Pier remnants and public shoreline access offering elevated views fishing spots and low tide exploration along the Atlantic with opportunities for observing strong surf conditions and marine life near the beachfront. Tidal fluctuations create dynamic wave patterns and expose more beach area at low tide enhancing shore fishing for species like pompano whiting and bluefish while providing safe access for casual coastal activities. Convenient parking and location near Wright Brothers National Memorial support combining pier area visits with tide monitoring and enjoying the historic aviation and beach heritage of Kitty Hawk.

Kitty Hawk Public Beach Accesses (Other)

Multiple public beach access points along Kitty Hawk featuring wide sandy shoreline access for swimming sunbathing walking picnics surf fishing and low tide beachcombing with views over the Atlantic Ocean and the northern Outer Banks coastline. Excellent for family outings shore fishing tide pool exploration on scattered rocky sections and enjoying coastal breezes where tidal cycles expose more intertidal zones and influence water conditions for safe wading and relaxation. Ample parking restrooms at some accesses and proximity to historic sites make it ideal for combining beach time with tide watching and appreciating the classic Outer Banks beach experience in this central location.

Wright Brothers National Memorial Nearby Waterfront (Other)

Historic national memorial site in Kitty Hawk with public access to nearby soundside areas trails overlooks and views over the Roanoke Sound for low tide walks picnics and relaxation while appreciating the first powered flight history. Tidal cycles reveal changing sound conditions exposing more shoreline and enhancing observation of birds crabs and passing boats from the memorial grounds or adjacent access points. Admission fee for the visitor center it pairs well with tide watching combining educational history with the natural tidal dynamics and scenic beauty of the northern Outer Banks.