December weather forecast
Saluda, NC

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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

What is the temperature in December in Saluda?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Saluda?

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the most humid month in Saluda.

What is the average humidity in December in Saluda?

In Saluda, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the wettest month in Saluda?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Saluda. Rain falls for 11.2 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Saluda?

In December, in Saluda, North Carolina, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Saluda?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Saluda?

In Saluda, North Carolina, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saluda?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saluda.

What is the average length of the day in December in Saluda?

The average day length in December in Saluda is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saluda?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Saluda?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Saluda?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saluda?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Saluda?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average pressure in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average humidity in December
Saluda, NC

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saluda, NC

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Saluda, NC

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saluda, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saluda, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average UV index in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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Average visibility in December
Saluda, NC

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).

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