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Sea Temperature in Carolina Beach in December

© M. Gower
Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Carolina Beach. 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 Carolina Beach in December
52°F
MINIMUN
60°F
AVERAGE
68°F
MAXIMUM
Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Carolina Beach
Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach in December
Sea Temperature Table in Carolina Beach in December Over the Past Years
Day | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Average |
---|---|---|---|---|
Dec 1 | 63°C | 59°C | 63°C | 61°C |
Dec 2 | 63°C | 61°C | 63°C | 62°C |
Dec 3 | 61°C | 61°C | 61°C | 61°C |
Dec 4 | 61°C | 61°C | 61°C | 61°C |
Dec 5 | 59°C | 61°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 6 | 59°C | 61°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 7 | 57°C | 61°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 8 | 57°C | 57°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 9 | 57°C | 57°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 10 | 57°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 11 | 57°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 12 | 57°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 13 | 57°C | 61°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 14 | 57°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 15 | 57°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 16 | 55°C | 57°C | 59°C | 58°C |
Dec 17 | 57°C | 57°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 18 | 55°C | 59°C | 61°C | 60°C |
Dec 19 | 57°C | 59°C | 59°C | 59°C |
Dec 20 | 57°C | 57°C | 59°C | 59°C |
Dec 21 | 57°C | 57°C | 57°C | 58°C |
Dec 22 | 55°C | 59°C | 57°C | 58°C |
Dec 23 | 55°C | 57°C | 55°C | 57°C |
Dec 24 | 55°C | 57°C | 57°C | 58°C |
Dec 25 | 55°C | 57°C | 55°C | 57°C |
Dec 26 | 55°C | 57°C | 54°C | 57°C |
Dec 27 | 55°C | 57°C | 54°C | 57°C |
Dec 28 | 55°C | 57°C | 54°C | 57°C |
Dec 29 | 55°C | 57°C | 52°C | 56°C |
Dec 30 | 55°C | 57°C | 54°C | 57°C |



Carolina Beach 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
Carolina Beach lies within the North Carolina in United States. The average daytime temperature in Carolina Beach 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 Carolina Beach 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 Carolina Beach in December ranges from 55°F to 61°F (13°C to 16°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 61°F (16°C), shifting to 59°F (15°C) by mid-December and reaching 57°F (14°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Carolina Beach for December is 59°F (15°C). The water is cool, but many swimmers can tolerate it, especially with the sun out. Acclimatization is helpful.
Sea Temperature in December in Nearby Cities
Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Carolina Beach
What is the sea temperature in Carolina Beach in December?
The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach in December ranges from 55°F to 61°F (13°C to 16°C).
Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach in December?
The average sea temperature in Carolina Beach 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.