December weather forecastLeón, Spain
December
Weather in December
As Leon ushers in December, the commencement of winter becomes apparent. Temperatures range from a chilly 0.9°C (33.6°F) to a moderate high of 8.3°C (46.9°F). To add to the celebratory spirit, the city witnesses snowfall of approximately 11mm (0.43") across 1.5 days. The stark winter weather provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying Christmas cheer and New Year festivities. As Leon gets wrapped in a frosty embrace, the city lights up, attracting crowds to the city-wide holiday celebrations despite the cold.Temperature
The beginning of December in León records an average high-temperature of a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. León throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F).Humidity
In León, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, in León, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In León, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.1 days and collects up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in León. In León, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.6 snowfall days, and 98mm (3.86") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 17:58 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in León is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in León are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Average temperature in December
León, Spain
- Average high temperature in December: 8.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 0.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.3°C).
Average pressure in December
León, Spain
- Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
León, Spain
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9km/h).
Average humidity in December
León, Spain
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).
Average rainfall in December
León, Spain
- Average rainfall in December: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in December
León, Spain
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
León, Spain
- Average snowfall in December: 11mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
León, Spain
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
León, Spain
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
León, Spain
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.8 days).
Average UV index in December
León, Spain
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
León, Spain
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in December
León, Spain
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
