Can you swim at Emerald Isle in December? — 14.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · December
14.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
cool
Cool. 14.0°C in December means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Emerald Isle live page for full conditions.
Best months to swim
June · July · August · September · October
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Emerald Isle in December?
Emerald Isle averages 14.0°C in December, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Emerald Isle in December?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 14.0°C.
