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Today weather in Lexington
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
23°
Heavy rain
Official weather alert: Flood Watch. Lexington will experience a pleasantly warm today, reaching temperatures of up to 22 °F and cooling to about 14 °F in the evening. It'll be quite breezy in Lexington Today with average wind speeds of 25 km/h. Torrential rain is predicted with a total of over 33 mm. Stay safe!
23° / 14°
Temp
89%
Rain
25 km/h
Wind
94%
Humidity
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Lexington hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 14.2° | 14.2° | 14.1° | 14.1° | 14.2° | 14.4° | 14.6° | Sunrise | 15.3° | 15.7° | 16.2° | 17.5° | 18.5° | 19.2° | 20.1° | 20.9° | 21.7° | 21.8° | 21.3° | 21.3° | 20.6° | 20.1° | Sunset | 19.7° | 19.4° | 19.2° | |
| wind speed | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 16 km/h | 16 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 16 km/h | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 21 km/h | 18 km/h | 21 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 69° | 72° | 75° | 73° | 75° | 93° | 88° | 84° | 96° | 114° | 118° | 121° | 127° | 143° | 144° | 148° | 161° | 157° | 134° | 159° | 161° | 150° | 170° | 173° | |||
| wind direction | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | ENE | E | E | E | E | ESE | ESE | ESE | SE | SE | SE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SE | SSE | SSE | SSE | S | S | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.1 mm | 8.8 mm | 9.2 mm | 1.7 mm | 0.6 mm | 1.6 mm | 0.7 mm | 1.2 mm | 3.8 mm | 0 mm | 1.8 mm | 1.1 mm | 1.3 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 63% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 77% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 94% | 94% | 94% | 95% | 96% | 96% | 97% | 97% | 96% | 98% | 97% | 94% | 93% | 93% | 92% | 87% | 95% | 89% | 89% | 91% | 95% | 94% | 94% | 91% | |||
| dew point | 13.3° | 13.4° | 13.2° | 13.2° | 13.4° | 13.8° | 14° | 14.4° | 15.2° | 15.8° | 16.2° | 17.7° | 18.4° | 18.7° | 19.6° | 19.8° | 19.9° | 20.7° | 19.1° | 19.7° | 19.1° | 18.5° | 18.2° | 17.6° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 9 km | 2 km | 2 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 7 km | 7 km | 9 km | 16 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 7 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 100% | 100% | 33% | 23% | 57% | 100% | 53% | 100% | 61% | 83% | 88% | 85% | 85% | 100% | 53% | 100% | 86% | 72% | 72% | 78% | 81% | 81% | 73% | 74% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 2.8 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Lexington today
The temperature today in Lexington is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 23 °F, closely aligning with the historical average for May 22nd.
temperatures
23 °F
rain
33 mm
wind
25 km/h
UV
Low
Lexington daylight overview ☀️
Today in Lexington, The sun rises at 06:22 and sets at 20:47, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 25 minutes.
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The weather today in Lexington - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Lexington?
The maximum temperature for today in Lexington is expected to be 23° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Lexington? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 89% chance of rain in Lexington today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Lexington? 🌀
The wind in Lexington is expected to blow at 25 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Lexington today?
Given the forecast of 23 °F with a 89% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Lexington today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Lexington today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:22 and set at 20:47 in Lexington.
How accurate is the weather forecast Lexington today? ✅
Lexington weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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