December weather forecastSaluda, NC
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Saluda, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.3°F (10.7°C) and min 36.5°F (2.5°C).Temperature
The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During December nights, Saluda records an average temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month in Saluda is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Saluda is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Saluda, NC
- Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Saluda, NC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Saluda, NC
- Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Saluda, NC
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Saluda, NC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Saluda, NC
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saluda, NC
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Saluda, NC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saluda, NC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Saluda, NC
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Saluda, NC
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Saluda, NC
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Saluda, NC
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
