December weather forecast
Fahan, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fahan, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4°C (39.2°F) and max 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

Fahan registers an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.4°C (45.3°F) at the commencement of December, closely related to the preceding month. A mild drop to an average of 4°C (39.2°F) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fahan, Ireland, is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fahan, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fahan, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.7 days and collects up to 615mm (24.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Fahan. In December, in Fahan, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 59mm (2.32") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fahan, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:55 am and sunset at 4:11 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Fahan is 3.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fahan in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fahan during December are 7.4°C (45.3°F) and 4°C (39.2°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Fahan?
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.
How many days does it rain in December in Fahan?
In Fahan, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Fahan?
In December, in Fahan, Ireland, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Fahan?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Fahan?
In December, the average day length in Fahan is 7h and 16min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fahan?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fahan, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:55 am and sunset at 4:11 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Fahan have in December?
In Fahan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fahan?
The months with the lowest UV index in Fahan, Ireland, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Fahan?
In Fahan, Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1008mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (83mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July 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
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in December
Fahan, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

englishespañol中文
Share