December weather forecast
Abbotstown, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Abbotstown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 4.6°C (40.3°F) and 8.3°C (46.9°F).

Temperature

December ushers in an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Abbotstown registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) during December.

Humidity

July and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Abbotstown, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. In Abbotstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.4 days and collects up to 362mm (14.25") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Abbotstown are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Abbotstown, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Abbotstown, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Abbotstown are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Abbotstown?
During December, Abbotstown experiences an average high-temperature of 8.3°C (46.9°F) and a low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F).
What are the most humid months in Abbotstown?
July and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December in Abbotstown?
The average relative humidity in December in Abbotstown, Ireland, is 86%.
How many days does it rain in December in Abbotstown?
In Abbotstown, Ireland, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the snowiest month in Abbotstown?
The month with the most snowfall in Abbotstown, Ireland, is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.
How much does it snow in Abbotstown in December?
In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 12mm (0.47") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Abbotstown?
The month with the shortest days in Abbotstown is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Abbotstown?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 36min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Abbotstown?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Abbotstown have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Abbotstown is 4.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Abbotstown?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Abbotstown.
How high is the UV index in December in Abbotstown?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Abbotstown, Ireland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (3.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Abbotstown, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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