December weather forecast
Ballybofey, Ireland

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ballybofey, Ireland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Temperature

Ballybofey's transition from November to December introduces an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 8.2°C (46.8°F). Ballybofey experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Ballybofey, Ireland, is December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Ballybofey, in December, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Ballybofey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.4 days and collects up to 703mm (27.68") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Ballybofey, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow. In Ballybofey, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ballybofey, Ireland, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ballybofey is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ballybofey in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ballybofey are 6.3°C (43.3°F) and 2.3°C (36.1°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Ballybofey?

December is the most humid month in Ballybofey, Ireland, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ballybofey?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in Ballybofey in December?

In Ballybofey, in December, it is raining for 19.3 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ballybofey?

In Ballybofey, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ballybofey?

With an average of 7h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ballybofey.

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

In Ballybofey, the average day length in December is 7h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ballybofey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ballybofey, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 4:14 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ballybofey have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ballybofey?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ballybofey?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ballybofey is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).

Average rainfall in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (39mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average UV index in December - Ballybofey, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in December
Ballybofey, Ireland

Average visibility in December - Ballybofey, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

Ballybofey, Ireland

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