December weather forecastLimerick, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December’s weather in Limerick, Ireland, closes the year with characteristically low winter temperatures, with the high averaging at 7.8°C (46°F) and the chilly low around 3.2°C (37.8°F). This month experiences significant snowfall, affirming its standing as one of the two snow-receiving months in Limerick. Just like January, December ends the year with high levels of cloud cover and sustained rainfall patterns. The gradual decrease in temperature and daylight hours signifies the peak of winter. Hence, December solidifies the winter season with its low temperatures, high cloud level and noticeable snowfall.

Temperature

The transition into December in Limerick reveals an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.8°C (46°F), mirroring a close resemblance to November. Limerick experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F) throughout December.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months in Limerick.

Rainfall

In Limerick, in December, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Limerick, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 603mm (23.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Limerick are January through March and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 17mm (0.67") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Limerick, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm GMT.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Limerick.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Limerick. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Updated: Jan 27, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Limerick in December has an average high-temperature of 7.8°C (46°F) and an average low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Limerick are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

In Limerick, Ireland, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

In Limerick, during December, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 17mm (0.67") of accumulated snow.

December is the first month it typically snows in Limerick. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 17mm (0.67") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Limerick, Ireland, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

In Limerick, the average day length in December is 7h and 44min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Limerick, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm GMT.

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

In Limerick, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Limerick, Ireland.

In Limerick, Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

9.5°C

7.8°C

7.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.6km/h

19.4km/h

19.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.3

9.7

9.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

60%

61%

Average visibility

8km

Average temperature in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average high temperature in December: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

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
Limerick, Ireland

Average wind speed in December: 18km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (85%).

Average rainfall in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (39mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average snowfall in December: 17mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (17mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Limerick, 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 June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (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
Limerick, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in December
Limerick, Ireland

Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is February (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).