December weather forecast
Lexington, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lexington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Lexington, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Lexington, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lexington, there are 136.4 rainfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lexington, Ohio. In Lexington, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lexington, Ohio, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lexington, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Lexington, Ohio, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lexington in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lexington, is 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lexington is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lexington?

In December, in Lexington, Ohio, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, Ohio, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lexington, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lexington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lexington?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lexington?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lexington, OH

Average temperature in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lexington, OH

Average pressure in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lexington, OH

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lexington, OH

Average humidity in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lexington, OH

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lexington, OH

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lexington, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lexington, OH

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).

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