December weather forecast
Lexington, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lexington, New York, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C). Lexington's temperature lowers to a mean of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, New York, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lexington, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Lexington, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are most humid months in Lexington.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lexington, New York, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 10.8 days and accumulates 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lexington, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lexington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index 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 temperature in December
Lexington, NY

Average temperature in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lexington, NY

Average pressure in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lexington, NY

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lexington, NY

Average humidity in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lexington, NY

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lexington, NY

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13.3 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, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lexington, NY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Lexington, NY

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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