December weather forecast
Dalkey, Ireland

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dalkey, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.4°C (41.7°F) and 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Dalkey records an average high-temperature of a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), almost identical to November's 10.1°C (50.2°F). Nights in Dalkey during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a wintry 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dalkey, Ireland, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Dalkey, during December, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. In Dalkey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.5 days and collects up to 530mm (20.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dalkey. The month with the most snowfall in Dalkey is December, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") 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 8:16 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Dalkey, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dalkey are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dalkey?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dalkey, is 8.5°C (47.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 5.4°C (41.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Dalkey?

The average relative humidity in December in Dalkey is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dalkey?

In Dalkey, Ireland, in December, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Dalkey?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dalkey. Snow falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Dalkey?

In Dalkey, Ireland, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dalkey?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dalkey, Ireland, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dalkey?

In December, the average day length in Dalkey, Ireland, is 7h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dalkey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dalkey, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dalkey have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dalkey is 4.6h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dalkey?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dalkey, Ireland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 25.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average humidity in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (82%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and September (14.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Dalkey, Ireland

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dalkey, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average UV index in December - Dalkey, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dalkey, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Dalkey, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in December
Dalkey, Ireland

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

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

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