December weather forecastMonaghan, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monaghan, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.3°C (43.3°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

December's onset brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F), showing a minute difference from November's 8.1°C (46.6°F). An average low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F) is witnessed throughout the month of December in Monaghan, Ireland, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months in Monaghan.

Rainfall

In Monaghan, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Monaghan, Ireland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 271mm (10.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Monaghan. Throughout December, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Monaghan, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Monaghan.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of December, in Monaghan, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 4:14 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Monaghan are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Monaghan experiences an average high-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months in Monaghan.

The average relative humidity in December in Monaghan is 92%.

In Monaghan, Ireland, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December is the first month it typically snows in Monaghan, Ireland. Throughout December, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Monaghan, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Monaghan is 7h and 26min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 4:14 pm GMT.

The average sunshine duration in December in Monaghan, Ireland, is 3.6h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Monaghan, Ireland, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (86%).

Average rainfall in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average rainfall in December: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (34mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average snowfall in December: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and October (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in December
Monaghan, Ireland

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).