December weather forecast
Saluda, VA

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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.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Saluda, 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saluda, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saluda, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Saluda is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saluda have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Saluda have in December?

In Saluda, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Saluda, VA

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in December - Saluda, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 2min

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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