December weather forecastSaluda, VA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Saluda, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a moderate 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Saluda anticipates an average minimum temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in the month of December.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Saluda, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saluda, Virginia, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Saluda, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Saluda, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Saluda, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Saluda, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Saluda, VA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Saluda, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Saluda, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saluda, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.35"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Saluda, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saluda, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Saluda, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Saluda, VA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Saluda, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Saluda, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
