Cape Hatteras weather in December (North Carolina, United States of America)
Will it be warm or cold in Cape Hatteras this December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.
Temperatures
During December, Cape Hatteras usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.
Precipitation
Cape Hatteras in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 141 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May and June typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cape Hatteras climate page with graphs.
Cape Hatteras, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
103 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
73%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
141 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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