December weather forecastLeh, India
December
Weather in December
December in Leh concludes the year with a full swing into the winter season. The extreme cold weather conditions limit outdoor activities. Snowfall envelopes the city, creating a serene white landscape. Decreased cloud cover showcases clear skies, bestowing the city with enchanting stargazing opportunities. The temperature in December dips to its one of the lowest at -27°C (-16.6°F), adding to the frosty charm of the city.Temperature
As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frigid cold -11.4°C (11.5°F) to an arctic cold -15.5°C (4.1°F). In the month of December, Leh's average low-temperature falls to a life-threatening cold -27°C (-16.6°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Leh, India, is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 14mm (0.55") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Leh are January through December. The month with the least snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Leh, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:20 pm IST.
Sunshine
In Leh, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Leh are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Leh, India
- Average high temperature in December: -15.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-17.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -27°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (-1.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-29.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Leh, India
- Average pressure in December: 1026.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1026.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Leh, India
- Average wind speed in December: 13.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Leh, India
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Leh, India
- Average rainfall in December: 14mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (14mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Leh, India
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Leh, India
- Average snowfall in December: 105mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (301mm).
The month with the least snowfall is December (105mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Leh, India
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is September (10.2 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leh, India
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Leh, India
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Leh, India
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Leh, India
- Average cloud cover in December: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Leh, India
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June and November (8km).
