December weather forecast
Lex, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lex, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In Lex, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lex, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lex, West Virginia, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Lex is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lex is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lex. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lex in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lex?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lex is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lex?

In Lex, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Lex?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Lex in December?

In Lex, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lex?

The month with the shortest days in Lex is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Lex, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lex?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lex?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lex, West Virginia, is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lex?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lex, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lex, WV

Average temperature in December - Lex, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lex, WV

Average pressure in December - Lex, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lex, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lex, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lex, WV

Average humidity in December - Lex, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lex, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lex, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lex, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lex, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lex, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lex, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lex, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lex, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Lex, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lex, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lex, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lex, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lex, WV

Average UV index in December - Lex, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Lex, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lex, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Lex, WV

Average visibility in December - Lex, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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