Sea Temperature in Cape Carteret in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Carteret in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Cape Carteret. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Cape Carteret in December

57°F

MINIMUN

64°F

AVERAGE

72°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Cape Carteret

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Cape Carteret in December

Sea Temperature Table in Cape Carteret in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	64°C	61°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 2	66°C	61°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 3	66°C	63°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 4	64°C	64°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 5	63°C	64°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 6	63°C	64°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 7	63°C	64°C	66°C	64°C
Dec 8	61°C	63°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 9	63°C	61°C	63°C	63°C
Dec 10	61°C	63°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 11	61°C	63°C	64°C	62°C
Dec 12	63°C	64°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 13	63°C	64°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 14	64°C	63°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 15	63°C	63°C	66°C	63°C
Dec 16	61°C	64°C	64°C	63°C
Dec 17	63°C	63°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 18	64°C	64°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 19	63°C	63°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 20	64°C	63°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 21	63°C	61°C	63°C	63°C
Dec 22	64°C	61°C	64°C	64°C
Dec 23	63°C	61°C	63°C	63°C
Dec 24	63°C	61°C	63°C	63°C
Dec 25	64°C	59°C	61°C	62°C
Dec 26	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Dec 27	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Dec 28	64°C	61°C	61°C	63°C
Dec 29	63°C	61°C	61°C	62°C
Dec 30	59°C	61°C	59°C	61°C

Cape Carteret Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

59°F

Average Day Air Temperature

39°F

Average Night Air Temperature

4 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

9 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

10 mph

Average Wind Speed

72%

Average
humidity

Cape Carteret lies within the North Carolina in United States. The average daytime temperature in Cape Carteret in December is 59°F (15°C), while the nighttime average is 38°F (4°C). There are typically nine rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 3.7 inches (93 mm). The daylight duration in December in Cape Carteret is 10 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 11 mph (17 km/h), and the humidity level is around 72%.

The water temperature in Cape Carteret in December ranges from 61°F to 64°F (16°C to 18°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 64°F (18°C), shifting to 63°F (17°C) by mid-December and reaching 63°F (17°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Cape Carteret for December is 63°F (17°C).

Sea Temperature in December in Nearby Cities

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Cape Carteret

What is the sea temperature in Cape Carteret in December?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Cape Carteret in December ranges from 61°F to 64°F (16°C to 18°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Buxton in December?

The average sea temperature in Buxton in December is 59°F (15°C), and the air temperature is 59°F (15°C), so the water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.