High Wind — Hatteras Island, North Carolina

2023-12-17 to 2023-12-18 · Hatteras Island, North Carolina

Event narrative

The Weatherflow in Avon, NC measured a 67 mph peak wind gust at 9:42 pm EST. The Weatherflow in Frisco, NC also measured a 67 mph peak wind gust at 6:36 pm EST. Widespread wind gusts of 60-65 mph were common on Hatteras Island.

Wider weather episode

A strong Nor'easter brought widespread heavy rainfall, isolated flash flooding, high winds, severe weather and significant coastal flooding to portions of Eastern North Carolina. A few of the more notable impacts were flash flooding, significant ocean over wash on the Outer Banks, high winds of 60-70 mph, and a low pressure record for December at Cape Hatteras (984 MB).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1151945. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.