December weather forecast
Rathcolman, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rathcolman, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

Rathcolman records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Rathcolman, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rathcolman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.9 days and collects up to 280mm (11.02") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rathcolman, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 11mm (0.43") of snow is typically accumulated. In Rathcolman, during the entire year, snow falls for 9 days and aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:19 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rathcolman is 3.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Rathcolman?
December, on average, is the coldest month in Rathcolman, Ireland, registering a high temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).
Is December cold in Rathcolman?
The high-temperature during December is 6.9°C (44.4°F) and the low-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).
What is the most humid month in Rathcolman?
December is the most humid month in Rathcolman, Ireland, with an average relative humidity of 92%.
What is the average humidity in December in Rathcolman?
In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.
How much does it rain in Rathcolman in December?
In December, in Rathcolman, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Rathcolman?
In Rathcolman, Ireland, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 11mm (0.43") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Rathcolman?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Rathcolman?
In December, the average day length in Rathcolman, Ireland, is 7h and 35min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rathcolman?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:45 am and sunset at 4:19 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Rathcolman have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Rathcolman, Ireland, is 3.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rathcolman?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rathcolman, Ireland.
What is the UV index reading in December in Rathcolman?
In Rathcolman, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average temperature in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average pressure in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average wind speed in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average humidity in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (85%).

Average rainfall in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average rainfall in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average rainfall days in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average snowfall in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average snowfall days in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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 - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average sunshine days in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average UV index in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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 - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average cloud cover in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, November and December (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in December - Rathcolman, Ireland
Average visibility in December
Rathcolman, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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