Sea Temperature in Oak Island in December

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Oak Island in December. Historical daily data. Climate details for December. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Oak Island. 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 Oak Island in December

11°C

MINIMUN

16°C

AVERAGE

21°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Oak Island

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Oak Island in December

Sea Temperature Table in Oak Island in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	17°C	16°C	16°C	16.0°C
Dec 2	16°C	15°C	16°C	15.5°C
Dec 3	16°C	15°C	16°C	15.5°C
Dec 4	16°C	15°C	16°C	15.8°C
Dec 5	15°C	16°C	16°C	15.5°C
Dec 6	15°C	16°C	16°C	15.8°C
Dec 7	14°C	15°C	16°C	15.3°C
Dec 8	14°C	14°C	15°C	15.0°C
Dec 9	13°C	14°C	16°C	14.8°C
Dec 10	14°C	15°C	16°C	15.3°C
Dec 11	13°C	15°C	16°C	14.8°C
Dec 12	14°C	15°C	16°C	15.0°C
Dec 13	13°C	15°C	16°C	14.8°C
Dec 14	13°C	15°C	15°C	14.8°C
Dec 15	13°C	14°C	15°C	14.3°C
Dec 16	13°C	14°C	15°C	14.3°C
Dec 17	13°C	13°C	15°C	14.3°C
Dec 18	13°C	14°C	15°C	14.5°C
Dec 19	13°C	14°C	15°C	14.3°C
Dec 20	14°C	14°C	14°C	14.5°C
Dec 21	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 22	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 23	13°C	14°C	13°C	13.8°C
Dec 24	13°C	13°C	13°C	13.5°C
Dec 25	12°C	14°C	12°C	13.3°C
Dec 26	12°C	14°C	12°C	13.3°C
Dec 27	12°C	14°C	11°C	13.3°C
Dec 28	12°C	14°C	11°C	13.3°C
Dec 29	12°C	14°C	11°C	13.3°C
Dec 30	12°C	15°C	11°C	13.8°C

Oak Island Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

15°C

Average Day Air Temperature

3°C

Average Night Air Temperature

93 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

9 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

17 km/h

Average Wind Speed

72%

Average
humidity

Oak Island lies within the North Carolina in United States. The average daytime temperature in Oak Island in December is 59°F (15°C), while the nighttime average is 38°F (3°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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island 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 Oak Island 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in December in Oak Island

What is the sea temperature in Oak Island in December?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Oak Island in December ranges from 55°F to 61°F (13°C to 16°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Oak Island in December?

The average sea temperature in Oak Island 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.