December weather forecastDonard, Ireland
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Donard, Ireland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F) and an average high of 7°C (44.6°F).Temperature
The beginning of December records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7°C (44.6°F), marking a negligible difference from November's 8.9°C (48°F). December is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 92%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In December, in Donard, Ireland, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. In Donard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Donard, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 8mm (0.31") of snow. In Donard, Ireland, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.7 days and aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Donard is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 4:19 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Donard is 3.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average high temperature in December: 7°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 (6.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Donard, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average wind speed in December: 19.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average humidity in December: 92%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (86%).
Average rainfall in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average rainfall in December: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (26mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and October (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average snowfall in December: 8mm
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 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
Donard, Ireland
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 42min
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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Donard, 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
Donard, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 58).
Average visibility in December
Donard, Ireland
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).
