December weather forecastLexington, NE
December
Weather in December
December means the full onset of winter in Lexington, closing the year with temperatures dropping as low as 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The transition from November leaves Lexington in a full-blown winter, with snow replacing the falling leaves. The days are shorter, and the long chilly nights see the city draped in holiday decorations. Snowfall of around 2.91" (74mm) unveils picture-perfect postcard scenes throughout the city, completing a year of climatic abundance. December resonates with a joyful mood, encompassing both the natural beauty of winter and the cheer of end-of-year celebrations.Temperature
December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). In Lexington, in December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Lexington, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lexington, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 14.69" (373mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lexington.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Lexington, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lexington, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Lexington, NE
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lexington, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Lexington, NE
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Lexington, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lexington, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Lexington, NE
- 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, NE
- Average cloud cover in December: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Lexington, NE
- 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).
