December weather forecast
Lexington, NE

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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

With the onset of December, Lexington's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is experienced in Lexington.

Humidity

In Lexington, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lexington, Nebraska, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lexington, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lexington. In December, in Lexington, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. 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.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lexington is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lexington. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lexington?

During December, Lexington experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lexington?

The average relative humidity in December in Lexington, Nebraska, is 71%.

How much does it rain in Lexington in December?

In Lexington, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lexington?

The month with the shortest days in Lexington, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lexington have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lexington?

On the first day of December in Lexington, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lexington?

In Lexington, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

When is 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lexington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lexington is 2. A UV Index estimate 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, NE

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).

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Average pressure in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average humidity in December
Lexington, NE

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lexington, NE

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Lexington, NE

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average UV index in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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Average visibility in December
Lexington, NE

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).

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