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Asheville in December
Asheville weather in December - United States
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Asheville Weather in December

Plan your December trip to Asheville, United States. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 9°C (high) to -1°C (low), with 22% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. Great conditions with only 5 rainy days expected.

Avg High
9°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low
-1°C

Coolest around day 22

Rainy Days
5days

22% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Winter season

Asheville December Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
11°C23%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
11°C22%
Day 3
cloudy
Cloudy
10°C23%
Day 4
cloudy
Cloudy
10°C21%
Day 5
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
10°C19%
Day 6
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C25%
Day 7
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C28%
Day 8
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C29%
Day 9
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C28%
Day 10
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C28%
Day 11
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C25%
Day 12
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C25%
Day 13
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C20%
Day 14
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C19%
Day 15
cloudy
Cloudy
10°C22%
Day 16
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C23%
Day 17
cloudy
Cloudy
10°C22%
Day 18
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C20%
Day 19
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C21%
Day 20
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C20%
Day 21
cloudy
Cloudy
9°C21%
Day 22
cloudy
Cloudy
8°C22%
Day 23
cloudy
Cloudy
8°C26%
Day 24
cloudy
Cloudy
8°C23%
Day 25
cloudy
Cloudy
8°C21%
Day 26
extreme-cold
Cold
8°C17%
Day 27
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C18%
Day 28
extreme-cold
Cold
9°C17%
Day 29
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
10°C18%
Day 30
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
10°C18%
Day 31
cloudy
Cloudy
10°C22%

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Language

English

Driving

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Safety

Moderate Safety

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Low Traffic
20/ 100
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Peak Daily Arrivals

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Peak

Jun

Low

Jul

Monthly Traffic Distribution

34
Jan
38
Feb
42
Mar
34
Apr
42
May
51
Jun
30
Jul
38
Aug
38
Sep
38
Oct
38
Nov
38
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

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Health & Safety Advisory

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No Special Vaccinations Required

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Asheville?

👍Solid choice for most travelers
Short Answer

December brings winter conditions to Asheville with 9°C average highs. The 22% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

75% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

15 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    75% humidity creates difficult conditions

930 observations30-year historical data
Confidence: 95%

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Asheville in December averages 9°C with 22% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Asheville in December

What are the temperatures in Asheville in December?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to -1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Asheville in December?

Expect around 5 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Asheville in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Asheville?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.