December weather forecast
Rockchapel, Ireland

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rockchapel, Ireland, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.8°C (46°F) and an average low of 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Temperature

The shift into December uncovers an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.8°C (46°F), subtly different from the previous month. December in Rockchapel sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F) from the daytime highs.

Humidity

January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Rockchapel, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.7 snowfall days, and 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Rockchapel, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:33 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rockchapel.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rockchapel in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rockchapel are 7.8°C (46°F) and 3.6°C (38.5°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Rockchapel?

The months with the highest humidity in Rockchapel are January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in December in Rockchapel?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

What is the wettest month in Rockchapel?

The month with the most rainfall in Rockchapel is December, when the rain falls for 18.2 days and typically aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockchapel in December?

In Rockchapel, Ireland, in December, during 18.2 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rockchapel?

In Rockchapel, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockchapel?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rockchapel, Ireland, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockchapel have in December?

In Rockchapel, Ireland, the average day length in December is 7h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockchapel?

On the first day of December in Rockchapel, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:33 pm GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rockchapel?

The months with the least sunshine in Rockchapel are January and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockchapel?

In Rockchapel, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rockchapel?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rockchapel?

In Rockchapel, Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average temperature in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average pressure in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average wind speed in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average humidity in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average rainfall in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average rainfall days in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average snowfall in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average snowfall days in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockchapel, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average sunshine days in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average cloud cover in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 63).

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Average visibility in December
Rockchapel, Ireland

Average visibility in December - Rockchapel, Ireland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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