December weather forecast
Clones, Ireland

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Weather in December

In December, the full force of winter makes its presence felt in Clones. The city registers the year's lowest average high temperature, a chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F). As the shortest daylight month, December marks the culmination of the decreasing daylight trend initiated in July. Despite the cold weather and reduced light, Clones continues to enchant visitors with its winter landscape. With the arrival of Christmas and holiday cheer, the weather adds to the city's festive atmosphere, rounding the year off on a magical note.

Temperature

The shift into December in Clones reveals an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F), closely mirroring November's climate. The December average low temperature in Clones, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a wintry 1.8°C (35.2°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clones, during December, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Clones, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.5 days and collects up to 381mm (15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Clones are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Clones. Throughout December, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. In Clones, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Clones is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 4:15 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Clones, Ireland, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Clones, Ireland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Clones in December?

December temperatures in Clones vary between a high-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) and a low-temperature of 1.8°C (35.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Clones?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Clones?

The average relative humidity in December in Clones is 92%.

How much does it rain in Clones in December?

In Clones, Ireland, during December, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Clones?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clones?

December has the shortest days of the year in Clones, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clones have in December?

In December, the average day length is 7h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Clones?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 4:15 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Clones have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Clones is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Clones?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Clones?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clones, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.8°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 (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Clones, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Clones, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/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 (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Clones, Ireland

Average humidity in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (86%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clones, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Clones, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clones, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Clones, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and October (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clones, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clones, Ireland

Average UV index in December - Clones, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clones, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Clones, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 61).

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Average visibility in December
Clones, Ireland

Average visibility in December - Clones, 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).

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Clones, Ireland

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