December weather forecast
Leon, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leon, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Leon's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Leon is 81%.

Rainfall

In Leon, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Leon, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Leon, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Leon are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Leon in December?

The high-temperature in Leon, West Virginia, during December is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Leon?

The average relative humidity in December in Leon, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Leon?

In Leon, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Leon in December?

In Leon, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leon?

The month with the shortest days in Leon, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leon have in December?

In Leon, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Leon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Leon, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Leon?

In Leon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leon, WV

Average temperature in December - Leon, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Leon, WV

Average pressure in December - Leon, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Leon, WV

Average wind speed in December - Leon, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Leon, WV

Average humidity in December - Leon, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leon, WV

Average rainfall in December - Leon, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Leon, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Leon, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Leon, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Leon, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Leon, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leon, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leon, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Leon, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leon, WV

Average UV index in December - Leon, WV
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Leon, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Leon, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Leon, WV

Average visibility in December - Leon, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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