December weather forecast
Abbeyleix, Ireland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Abbeyleix, Ireland, with an average temperature varying between 2.2°C (36°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

January and December represent the coldest period, with an average high-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Abbeyleix, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Abbeyleix, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 248mm (9.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Abbeyleix, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 7mm (0.28") of snow is typically accumulated. In Abbeyleix, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 4:23 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Abbeyleix are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
January and December are characterised by lowest temperatures, with an average high of 6.9°C (44.4°F).
How cold is it in Abbeyleix in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Abbeyleix, is 6.9°C (44.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.2°C (36°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 92%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Abbeyleix, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In Abbeyleix, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Abbeyleix have in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 4:23 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Abbeyleix have in December?
In Abbeyleix, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Abbeyleix, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (86%).

Average rainfall in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (34mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in December
Abbeyleix, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).

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