Temperature in North Carolina in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in North Carolina, the United States of America this December.

North Carolina, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 7°C (45°F) in Beech Mountain to 16°C (61°F) in Wilmington. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Wilmington and -2°C (28°F) in Beech Mountain. During December, winter is in full swing.

What is the temperature of the different cities in North Carolina, the United States of America in December?

Curious about the December temperatures in the prime spots of North Carolina? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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North Carolina temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in North Carolina, the United States of America in December?

Charlotte averages a daytime high of 14°C (57°F) in December, which is moderate for North Carolina, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in North Carolina, the United States of America in December?

Charlotte sees nighttime lows close to 2°C (36°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in North Carolina, the United States of America?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Wilmington is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 16°C (61°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 4°C (39°F).

What is the coldest city in December in North Carolina, the United States of America?

According to our data, Beech Mountain holds the title for the coldest city in North Carolina, the United States of America in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 7°C (45°F) and drops to lows of about -2°C (28°F) during the night.

How much sun does North Carolina, the United States of America get in December?

Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 170 hours of sunlight expected in Charlotte. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 19°C (66°F) in Cape Hatteras this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.

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