December weather forecast
Saluda, SC

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C). Saluda reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall in Saluda.

Daylight

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

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Saluda in December?

Saluda in December has an average high-temperature of 55.2°F (12.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Saluda, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the rainiest month?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saluda, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saluda.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Saluda have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Saluda?

In Saluda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's 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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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