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Essential crossing of the Pamlico Sound to reach the remote and historic Ocracoke Village.
Optimized for marine passage planning, vessel routing, and coastal or offshore weather tracking. This automated marine weather routing tool updates daily using premium data models. Below is the weather, wave, and ocean current layout for a standard vessel transit from Oriental, NC to Ocracoke Island, NC.
Expect a majority of reaching conditions with steady motion. Winds range from 16 to 33 kts with waves 2.0 to 6.2 ft with period of 5 to 7 seconds. Overall, wind and waves mostly aligned or partially aligned. Caution: peak winds reach 33 kts — conditions may be demanding regardless of point of sail. Wind angles: 100% reaching. Sea state: 67% aligned, 33% cross-seas.
Points of Sail
| Category | Point of Sail | Wind Angle | Portion of Passage |
|---|---|---|---|
| On the Nose | No-Go Zone | 0–45° | 0% |
| Reaching | Close Hauled | 45–80° | 67% |
| Reaching | Beam Reach | 80–110° | 33% |
| Reaching | Broad Reach | 110–145° | 0% |
| Following | Run | 145–180° | 0% |
Sea State & Wave Motion
| Sea State | Wind vs. Waves | Boat Motion | Portion of Passage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aligned | Waves run with the wind | Steady, organized | 67% |
| Cross Seas | Waves cross the wind | Rolling | 33% |
| Opposed | Waves against the wind | Choppy, confused | 0% |
