December weather forecastRaphoe, Ireland
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Raphoe, Ireland, with an average temperature ranging between min 2.4°C (36.3°F) and max 6.5°C (43.7°F).Temperature
The average high-temperature during December is a still chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. In Raphoe, nights during December observe an average temperature decrease to a wintry 2.4°C (36.3°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In Raphoe, Ireland, in December, during 16.6 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.9 rainfall days, and 322mm (12.68") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 66mm (2.6") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 7h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 4:12 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.UV index
January through March, 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average high temperature in December: 6.5°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 (6.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average pressure in December: 1008.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).
Average rainfall in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average rainfall in December: 29mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average rainfall days in December: 16.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average snowfall in December: 4mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Raphoe, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).
Average visibility in December
Raphoe, Ireland
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).
