December weather forecastBantry, Ireland
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Bantry, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and an average high of 9.2°C (48.6°F).Temperature
Upon the onset of December, Bantry witnesses an average high-temperature of a frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. The month of December in Bantry is marked by an average minimum temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Bantry is 84%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 106mm (4.17") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Bantry are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Bantry. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Bantry, there are 2.3 snowfall days, and 27mm (1.06") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 11.2°C (52.2°F).Note: Swimming in 11.2°C (52.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:37 pm GMT.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average high temperature in December: 9.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (5.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average wind speed in December: 25.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average rainfall in December: 106mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (45mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in December: 20.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (16 days).
Average snowfall in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average snowfall in December: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in December: 11.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (9.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in December: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).
Average UV index in December
Bantry, 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
Bantry, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in December
Bantry, Ireland
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
