December weather forecastLexington, SC
December
Weather in December
In Lexington, December brings in the full onslaught of the winter season. The temperatures drop even further, ranging between chilly 41.9°F (5.5°C) to 56.3°F (13.5°C). On the brighter side, rainfall decreases making it the driest month in terms of precipitation. With more cloud cover and fewer daylight hours, the city winds down into its lowest energy levels for the year. In summary, December, with its cold and crisp weather, wraps up the year in Lexington.Temperature
Lexington in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lexington are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Lexington, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.1 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lexington, SC
- Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Lexington, SC
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lexington, SC
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Lexington, SC
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Lexington, SC
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Lexington, SC
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lexington, SC
- Average snowfall in December: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lexington, SC
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lexington, SC
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lexington, SC
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Lexington, SC
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Lexington, SC
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Lexington, SC
- 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).
