December weather forecast
Carrigeen, Ireland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Carrigeen, Ireland, with an average temperature ranging between max 8.9°C (48°F) and min 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature rests at a frosty 8.9°C (48°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In Carrigeen, the average low-temperature during December nights tends to settle at an icy 5.2°C (41.4°F), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Carrigeen, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Carrigeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 344mm (13.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 2mm (0.08") of snow is accumulated. In Carrigeen, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.4 days and aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 4:26 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) and a low-temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F).
What are the most humid months?
The months with the highest humidity are July and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity in Carrigeen is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Carrigeen, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 2mm (0.08") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days in Carrigeen is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 49min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 4:26 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Carrigeen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average temperature in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.9°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 (8.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (4.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average pressure in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average wind speed in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 25km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (16.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average humidity in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and April (84%).

Average rainfall in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average rainfall in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average rainfall days in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average snowfall in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average snowfall days in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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 - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average sunshine days in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average UV index in December
Carrigeen, 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 - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average cloud cover in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

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 49).

Average visibility in December - Carrigeen, Ireland
Average visibility in December
Carrigeen, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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