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Lexington Climate

Lexington is a city in United States (KY) with a population of about 320,347. Its average annual temperature is 12.8°C (55°F), with roughly 1168 mm of rain per year.

12.8°C

Avg Temp

1168

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month


Lexington Climate

Lexington has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) and receives about 1168 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

12.8°C

Avg Temp

1168

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Lexington — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January0° / 31°78 mm
February2° / 36°83 mm
March7° / 45°112 mm
April12° / 54°102 mm
May18° / 64°121 mm
June22° / 72°108 mm
July25° / 76°117 mm
August24° / 75°97 mm
September20° / 68°87 mm
October14° / 56°70 mm
November8° / 46°90 mm
December3° / 37°103 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Lexington

The most comfortable months to visit Lexington are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The most comfortable months to visit Lexington are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).

Lexington, United States has an average annual temperature of 12.8°C and about 1168 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.

In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Lexington average about 30°C (87°F).

Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.