December weather forecast
Leon, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Leon, New York, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Leon observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). December nights experience a minor temperature downturn to a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Leon, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Leon, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.3 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. In Leon, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.1 days and aggregates up to 27.6" (701mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Leon, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Leon, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Leon?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:53 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Leon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Leon, NY

Average temperature in December - Leon, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Leon, NY

Average pressure in December - Leon, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leon, NY

Average wind speed in December - Leon, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Leon, NY

Average humidity in December - Leon, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Leon, NY

Average rainfall in December - Leon, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Leon, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Leon, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leon, NY

Average snowfall in December - Leon, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leon, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Leon, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leon, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leon, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leon, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Leon, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Leon, NY

Average UV index in December - Leon, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Leon, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Leon, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Leon, NY

Average visibility in December - Leon, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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