December weather forecast
Lexington, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lexington, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). During December nights, Lexington records an average temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Lexington, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lexington. In Lexington, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lexington, Missouri, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lexington, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lexington during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lexington, Missouri.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lexington?

In December, the average day length in Lexington is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lexington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lexington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lexington, Missouri, is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lexington?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lexington, Missouri.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lexington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lexington is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lexington, MO

Average temperature in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lexington, MO

Average pressure in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lexington, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lexington, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lexington, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lexington, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lexington, MO

Average UV index in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lexington, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Lexington, MO

Average visibility in December - Lexington, MO
  • 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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