December weather forecast
Athlone, Ireland

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Weather in December

December heralds the onset of winter in Athlone, wrapping up the year with a cold and wet note. There is a return of snowfall, albeit minimal at 1mm (0.04"), setting up a brisk winter scene. Rainfall remains consistent from November, amounting to 35mm (1.38"), reinforcing the wet atmosphere. The city witnesses the shortest daylight hours of the year, resulting in limited sunlight. The wind retains its briskness, playing in tandem with the falling temperatures and the increasing cloud cover.

Temperature

As Athlone, Ireland, transitions into December, the average high-temperature stands at a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. Athlone's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Athlone, there are 191.7 rainfall days, and 375mm (14.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Athlone. In Athlone, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Athlone, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") 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 December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Athlone are January, February, October and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Athlone in December?

The high-temperature in Athlone during December is 7.2°C (45°F) and the low-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F).

What are the most humid months in Athlone?

The months with the highest humidity in Athlone are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December in Athlone?

In Athlone, Ireland, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Athlone?

In December, in Athlone, Ireland, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout December, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Athlone?

In Athlone, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 1mm (0.04") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athlone?

December has the shortest days of the year in Athlone, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Athlone?

In December, the average day length in Athlone, Ireland, is 7h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Athlone?

On the first day of December in Athlone, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athlone?

The months with the least sunshine in Athlone are January, February, October and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Athlone?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Athlone is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Athlone?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athlone.

How high is the UV index in December in Athlone?

In Athlone, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.2°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°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average humidity in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (85%).

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Average rainfall in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athlone, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, October and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average UV index in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in December
Athlone, Ireland

Average visibility in December - Athlone, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

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