What is the weather like in Leh in December?

Expect temperatures between -15°C and -4°C with 6% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Leh in December?

Leh in December scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Leh in December?

December in Leh is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Leh Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

-4°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

-15°C

Coolest around day 31

Rainy Days

0days

6% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

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Essential Travel Info for Leh

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Currency

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Language

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Driving

Left side

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Safety

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GPI: 2.578

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Remote

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There iselevated chikungunya riskin India.Chikungunya vaccinationmay be considered for people traveling or moving to this location if they are planning to stay for an extended period of time (for example, 6 months or more).

Cholera

Cholera ispresumed to be presentin India. Cholera is rare in travelers.Certain factorsmay increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease (more information). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to India.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to India. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to India.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Leh?

👌Good option with minor considerations(62/100)

Short Answer

December brings winter conditions to Leh with -4°C average highs. The 6% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Freezing temperatures

-4.4°C highs - pack warm winter gear

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 6% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Melioidosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

High altitude destination

3414m elevation - allow time for acclimatization

Plenty of sunshine

8.4h of sunshine daily

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable -4.4°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
-4°C temperatures require extra precautions
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 1/100 - better months available

Historical Insight

2015 was unusually cold: Average of -12°C, 9.9°C below normal

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Leh in December averages -4°C with 6% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Leh in December

What are the temperatures in Leh in December?

Daytime highs average -4°C, nights drop to -15°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Leh in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Leh in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Leh?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Leh Weather in December

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