December weather forecast
Lexington, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Lexington, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C) and an average high of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a still freezing cold 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.4 days and collects up to 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lexington, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.4 snowfall days, and 4.49" (114mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lexington, Minnesota, is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lexington, is 24.8°F (-4°C) and the average low-temperature is 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lexington, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in December?

In Lexington, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lexington, MN

Average temperature in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lexington, MN

Average pressure in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lexington, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lexington, MN

Average humidity in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lexington, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Lexington, MN

Average UV index in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lexington, MN

Average visibility in December - Lexington, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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