December 21 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Leh. With minimal rain risk (4%) and pleasant highs of -5°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Leh this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Leh
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Language
English
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Driving
Left side
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Travel Precautions
GPI: 2.578
Leh Weather Forecast for December 21
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -5°C. 4% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Leh in December
Based on historical data for December 21, Leh typically experiences temperatures between -15.4°C and -5°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (4% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Leh
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-15.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-5°C
🥶 Feels accurate
Snow Chance
4%
Avg 0.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.4 cm
~4% chance
Pressure
1027.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Leh Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-15.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in India
Flight Traffic
Busy
69/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~11
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Leh
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:52
☀️ Noon
12:48
🌇 Sunset
17:45
⏱️ Daylight
9h 52m
Wind Speed
4.7 km/h
Calm breeze
Sunshine
8.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
44%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Leh
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Leh on December 21 averages -5°C with a 4% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 0/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Leh Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Leh Worth Visiting on December 21?
Planning a trip to Leh on December 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -5°C with a 4% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 11 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 11 vaccinations are recommended for India, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 5.4°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to -25.8°C in 2015.