December weather forecast
Celbridge, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December concludes the calendar year in Celbridge with a signature wintry weather scene. Ornaments of the season take form in dropping temperatures, with high temperatures barely crossing the 7.1°C (44.8°F) mark and lows sinking to 2.8°C (37°F). The reappearance of snowfall marks the initiation of the much-awaited white Christmases. Despite witnessing the shortest daylight hours of the year, glimpses of sunshine do make occasional appearances. The frigid gusts of wind blow away the year's end, ushering in many hopeful beginnings. Observing overall characteristics, one can anticipate December's characteristic mist, chill, and potential snowflakes, setting the mood for celebratory occasions and festivities.

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F), closely following the temperature pattern of November. Celbridge sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at an icy 2.8°C (37°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Celbridge, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. In Celbridge, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 271mm (10.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Celbridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 4:17 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Celbridge, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?
The high-temperature, in December, in Celbridge, records 7.1°C (44.8°F), while the low-temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 91%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start to snow?
December is the first month it typically snows in Celbridge. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 37min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Celbridge?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 4:17 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.
When is the lowest UV index?
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?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average temperature in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average pressure in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average wind speed in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.3km/h).

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

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

Average rainfall in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average rainfall in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (33mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and October (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average rainfall days in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average snowfall days in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 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, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Celbridge, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Celbridge, Ireland
Average sunshine days in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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 - Celbridge, Ireland
Average cloud cover in December
Celbridge, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).

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