December weather forecast
Lexington, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lexington, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

As Lexington enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C) of November to a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Lexington, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Lexington, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In Lexington, North Carolina, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lexington in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Lexington?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lexington, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Lexington, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lexington.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Lexington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lexington, NC

Average temperature in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lexington, NC

Average pressure in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lexington, NC

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lexington, NC

Average humidity in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lexington, NC

Average UV index in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Lexington, NC

Average visibility in December - Lexington, NC
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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