December weather forecast
Rathnure, Ireland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rathnure, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 9.1°C (48.4°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Temperature

The transition into December reveals an average high-temperature of a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F), mirroring a close resemblance to November. Rathnure's nocturnal December readings average at a cold 5.8°C (42.4°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rathnure, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 222mm (8.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rathnure, Ireland, are January, February, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Rathnure. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rathnure.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, in Rathnure, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Rathnure, Ireland, is December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rathnure, Ireland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rathnure in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rathnure, Ireland, are 9.1°C (48.4°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Rathnure?
In December, the average relative humidity in Rathnure is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Rathnure?
In Rathnure, Ireland, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Rathnure?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December in Rathnure?
In December, in Rathnure, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Rathnure?
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 Rathnure?
In Rathnure, the average day length in December is 7h and 46min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rathnure?
On the first day of December in Rathnure, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:37 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Rathnure?
The month with the least sunshine in Rathnure is December, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Rathnure have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Rathnure is 4.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Rathnure?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Rathnure?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rathnure, Ireland, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (8.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 27.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (27.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.5km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, March and April (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.1 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
Rathnure, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May, June and September (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in December
Rathnure, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).

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