Cape Hatteras National Seashore in December
In December, Cape Hatteras National Seashore averages a high of 59°F and a low of 45°F, with 4.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 85,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 9 hours 48 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 59° / 45°F
- Precipitation
- 4.7in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 9h 48m
- Visitors
- 85,000
- Crowds
- Quiet
December is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with quiet crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Cape Hatteras AP, NC, 1.1 miles from the park's center, 11 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in December
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial National Historical Park | 53° / 34° | Moderate | Cool |
| Assateague Island National Seashore | 52° / 35° | Quiet | Cool |
| George Washington Memorial Parkway | 49° / 35° | Moderate | Cool |
| Thomas Jefferson Memorial | 49° / 35° | Quiet | Cool |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial | 49° / 35° | Quiet | Cool |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Cape Hatteras National Seashore on nps.gov
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