Lexington (KY) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Lexington is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Lexington, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -4°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Lexington experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1338 mm of precipitation annually. Lexington experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 155 mm in July, the wettest month, and 81 mm in November, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Lexington in the United States of America
Other facts from our historical weather data:The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 5°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 155 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 81 mm of precipitation.
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