December weather forecast
Lexington, MN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The shift from November to December is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C). Throughout the month of December, Lexington witnesses an average low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lexington, in December, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 rainfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
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, in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lexington in December?

During December, Lexington experiences an average high-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C) and a low-temperature of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington?

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

How much does it rain in Lexington in December?

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

How much does it snow in Lexington in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lexington?

On the first day of December in Lexington, Minnesota, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Lexington?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lexington?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lexington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lexington is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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