Hatteras, NC Fishing Trip — December
Your Hatteras, NC Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 57°F / Low 46°F4.2" rain · 7 rainy daysMild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
What’s Biting in December
132 speciesDecember Weather in Hatteras
57°F
Avg High
46°F
Avg Low
4.2"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Mild weather — bring layers for cool mornings on the water.
30 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
your guide provides all fishing gear and bait. Here's what else you should bring:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For offshore / deep sea Fishing
- Rain jacket or windbreaker
- Layered clothing (it gets cooler offshore)
North Carolina Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$25
Non-Resident$45
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Inland, coastal, and unified licenses available.
Species Regulations
Burbot
Burbot are not native to North Carolina and are unlikely to be found in North Carolina waters. These regulations are not available.
Smooth Dogfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
Regulations are subject to change; consult the latest NC Marine Fisheries regulations.
Spiny Dogfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit
None
Winter Flounder
Season:Varies by year. Check current regulations.
Bag Limit:Varies by year. Check current regulations.
Size Limit:Varies by year. Check current regulations.
Winter Flounder regulations in North Carolina are subject to in-season adjustments. Consult the NC Division of Marine Fisheries for the most up-to-date information.







































































































































