León Weather in December
In León, December brings very high daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), with nights cooling to 24°C (75°F). Minimal rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in León in December
Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated, with 7.9 mm (0.3 in) on average. The odd shower may pass through, but it usually doesn't amount to much. A largely dry month overall.
Temperature in León in December
December is one of the better months to visit León. Expect 33°C (91°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night. It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. At 24°C (75°F) overnight, it stays warm after dark. Light, breathable clothing and good airflow in your room make a noticeable difference.
Sunshine in León in December
Enjoy a sunny month with about 255 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make León even more beautiful.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January and December typically offer the best weather for León.
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León Temperature in December
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
33°C (91°F)
Chance of Rain
18%
Precipitation
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
5 days
Sunshine
255 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Historical weather for León in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for León spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
León historical weather extremes in December
Based on 26 years of weather observations in León between 1999 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- León recorded its highest December temperature of 36°C (97°F) on December 24, 2015.
- On December 27, 2000, León saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at 20°C (68°F).
- The coldest night in December in León was on December 3, 2011, with a minimum of 16°C (61°F).
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What to Wear in León in December
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in December. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.What To Do in León in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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