December weather forecast
Knocknagashel, Ireland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Knocknagashel, Ireland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and an average high of 8.7°C (47.7°F).

Temperature

December's onset brings an average high-temperature of a chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F), showing a minute difference from November's 10.2°C (50.4°F). Knocknagashel maintains a near steady average temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) during the nights of December, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Knocknagashel.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
Knocknagashel in December has an average high-temperature of 8.7°C (47.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Knocknagashel, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
What is the wettest month?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.4 days and accumulates 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 20.4 days. Throughout December, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month?
December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Knocknagashel, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 16mm (0.63") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Knocknagashel, the average day length in December is 7h and 47min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December in Knocknagashel, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm GMT.
What are the months with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Knocknagashel have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Knocknagashel?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 80mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (42mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (16.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Knocknagashel, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Knocknagashel, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

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

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

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