December weather forecast
Carlow, Ireland

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Weather in December

Winter in Carlow claims full reign in December with temperatures dropping to an average low of 2.5°C (36.5°F). Snowfall records a drop from November to 4mm (0.16") cumulatively. The daylight hours reduce to just 7.7 hours, signaling the shortest day length of the year. Carlow's landscapes transform into picturesque winter scenes, while the city buzzes with Christmas preparations. Despite the cold, December exhibits Carlow's festive spirit, making it a beautifully engaging time to be in the city.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Carlow sees an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), hardly diverging from November's 9.1°C (48.4°F). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 2.5°C (36.5°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Carlow are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Carlow, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 283mm (11.14") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carlow are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.4 snowfall days, and 38mm (1.5") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carlow.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.

Sunshine

February, November and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Carlow?

Carlow in December has an average high-temperature of 7.2°C (45°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

What are the most humid months in Carlow?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Carlow?

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlow?

In Carlow, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carlow in December?

In December, in Carlow, Ireland, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlow?

The month with the shortest days in Carlow is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carlow have in December?

In December, the average day length in Carlow is 7h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carlow?

On the first day of December in Carlow, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Carlow?

The months with the least sunshine are February, November and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlow have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carlow?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Carlow?

In Carlow, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average humidity in December - Carlow, 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
Carlow, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 4mm

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

Average snowfall days in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 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
Carlow, Ireland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlow, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlow, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlow, Ireland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (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
Carlow, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Carlow, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in December
Carlow, Ireland

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

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

Carlow, Ireland

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