December weather forecastDrogheda, Ireland
December
Weather in December
Concluding the year, one can witness bona fide winter weather in Drogheda during December. Even though it rains less than in November, snow stages a comeback with 6mm (0.24") covering the city for around a day. The city glistens with holiday festivities despite the chill, marked by a low temperature averaging at 4.5°C (40.1°F). A drop in daylight hours and a simultaneous rise in cloud cover makes for a picture-perfect winter holiday destination.Temperature
Drogheda in December witnesses an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.7°C (45.9°F), indicating a slight variation from November's 9.4°C (48.9°F). December nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).Humidity
July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months in Drogheda.Rainfall
In December, in Drogheda, Ireland, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.9 rainfall days, and 339mm (13.35") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Drogheda, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated. In Drogheda, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of snow.Sea temperature
In Drogheda, in December, the average water temperature is 11.2°C (52.2°F).Note: Beware of 11.2°C (52.2°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 4:14 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average high temperature in December: 7.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 4.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average wind speed in December: 23.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (84%).
Average rainfall in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average rainfall in December: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (18mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average snowfall in December: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in December: 11.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in December
Drogheda, Ireland
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
