December weather forecast
Leeds, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leeds, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature subtly reduces, transitioning from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Leeds, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.1 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. In Leeds, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Leeds, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Leeds is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Leeds, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Leeds, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leeds have in December?

In Leeds, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leeds?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leeds, AL

Average temperature in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Leeds, AL

Average pressure in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leeds, AL

Average wind speed in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Leeds, AL

Average humidity in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Leeds, AL

Average rainfall in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Leeds, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leeds, AL

Average snowfall in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leeds, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Leeds, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leeds, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Leeds, AL

Average UV index in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Leeds, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Leeds, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Leeds, AL

Average visibility in December - Leeds, AL
  • 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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