December weather forecastLeon, VA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Leon, Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 46.4°F (8°C).Temperature
December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Leon experiences a nighttime temperature average of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during December.Humidity
October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.4 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Leon, Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Leon, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Leon is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. 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
Leon, VA
- Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Leon, VA
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Leon, VA
- Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Leon, VA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Leon, VA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").
Average rainfall days in December
Leon, VA
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (8.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Leon, VA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.69"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Leon, VA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Leon, VA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Leon, VA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Leon, VA
- 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Leon, VA
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Leon, VA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (5mi).
