December weather forecast
Leander, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leander, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Leander, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Leander, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Leander, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature in Leander during December is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Leander?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Leander in December?

In Leander, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Leander, Kentucky.

How many hours of daylight does Leander have in December?

In Leander, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leander have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Leander, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Leander, KY

Average temperature in December - Leander, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Leander, KY

Average pressure in December - Leander, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leander, KY

Average wind speed in December - Leander, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Leander, KY

Average humidity in December - Leander, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Leander, KY

Average rainfall in December - Leander, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Leander, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Leander, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leander, KY

Average snowfall in December - Leander, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leander, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Leander, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leander, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leander, KY
  • 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: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leander, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Leander, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Leander, KY

Average UV index in December - Leander, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Leander, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Leander, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Leander, KY

Average visibility in December - Leander, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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