December weather forecast
Saluda, SC

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Saluda, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). In December, the average low-temperature in Saluda records at a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) during the nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Saluda.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saluda is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Saluda, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Saluda is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saluda in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saluda, is 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Saluda?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month in Saluda, South Carolina.

What is the average humidity in December in Saluda?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Saluda?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Saluda in December?

In December, in Saluda, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Saluda?

April through December are months without snowfall in Saluda, South Carolina.

Does it snow in Saluda in December?

In Saluda, South Carolina, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saluda?

The month with the shortest days in Saluda is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Saluda, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saluda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saluda, South Carolina, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Saluda?

The month with the least sunshine in Saluda, South Carolina, is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Saluda have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Saluda, South Carolina, is 5.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Saluda?

In Saluda, South Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saluda, SC

Average temperature in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Saluda, SC

Average pressure in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Saluda, SC

Average wind speed in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Saluda, SC

Average humidity in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saluda, SC

Average rainfall in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Saluda, SC

Average rainfall days in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saluda, SC

Average snowfall in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Saluda, SC

Average snowfall days in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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, SC

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saluda, SC

Average sunshine days in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saluda, SC

Average UV index in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Saluda, SC

Average cloud cover in December - Saluda, SC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Saluda, SC

Average visibility in December - Saluda, SC
  • 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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