Sea Temperature in Southern Shores in December

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

9°C

MINIMUN

13.5°C

AVERAGE

18°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in December in Southern Shores

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Southern Shores in December

Sea Temperature Table in Southern Shores in December Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
Dec 1	15°C	12°C	15°C	13.8°C
Dec 2	14°C	13°C	14°C	13.5°C
Dec 3	14°C	13°C	14°C	13.5°C
Dec 4	13°C	13°C	14°C	13.5°C
Dec 5	13°C	13°C	14°C	13.3°C
Dec 6	12°C	13°C	14°C	13.3°C
Dec 7	12°C	13°C	14°C	13.3°C
Dec 8	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.5°C
Dec 9	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.5°C
Dec 10	11°C	12°C	14°C	12.3°C
Dec 11	12°C	12°C	13°C	12.3°C
Dec 12	12°C	12°C	13°C	12.3°C
Dec 13	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.0°C
Dec 14	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.3°C
Dec 15	11°C	12°C	12°C	11.8°C
Dec 16	11°C	12°C	12°C	11.8°C
Dec 17	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.0°C
Dec 18	12°C	12°C	12°C	12.3°C
Dec 19	11°C	11°C	11°C	11.5°C
Dec 20	11°C	11°C	11°C	11.3°C
Dec 21	11°C	11°C	11°C	11.3°C
Dec 22	11°C	11°C	10°C	11.0°C
Dec 23	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.5°C
Dec 24	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.3°C
Dec 25	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.3°C
Dec 26	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.3°C
Dec 27	10°C	10°C	10°C	10.3°C
Dec 28	9°C	10°C	10°C	10.0°C
Dec 29	9°C	10°C	10°C	10.0°C
Dec 30	9°C	10°C	10°C	10.0°C

Southern Shores Climate and Swimming Opportunities in December

15°C

Average Day Air Temperature

5°C

Average Night Air Temperature

89 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

9 days

Number of Rainy Days

10 hrs

Daylight
per Day

5 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

16 km/h

Average Wind Speed

71%

Average
humidity

Southern Shores lies within the North Carolina in United States. The average daytime temperature in Southern Shores in December is 59°F (15°C), while the nighttime average is 40°F (5°C). There are typically nine rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 3.5 inches (89 mm). The daylight duration in December in Southern Shores is 10 hours, with an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in December is 10 mph (16 km/h), and the humidity level is around 71%.

The water temperature in Southern Shores in December ranges from 50°F to 57°F (10°C to 14°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 55°F (13°C), shifting to 54°F (12°C) by mid-December and reaching 52°F (11°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Southern Shores for December is 54°F (12°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 Southern Shores

What is the sea temperature in Southern Shores in December?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Southern Shores in December ranges from 50°F to 57°F (10°C to 14°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Southern Shores in December?

The average sea temperature in Southern Shores in December is 54°F (12°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.