Weather in December
In December, Wexford embraces the winter with the shortest daylight hours, barely touching 8 hours, reminiscent of January. As the sea temperature drops further to 9.6°C (49.3°F), the city finds ways to enjoy the cold weather indoors. This month, the city is alight with festive cheer, preparations for Christmas celebrations in full swing. As the city adorns itself with festive decorations and lights, it signals the end of the year and the soon arrival of January.
Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.
[Resources]Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Wexford, Ireland, is 11.5°C (52.7°F).Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
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 8:13 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is the water in December in Wexford?
In Wexford, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.5°C (52.7°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days in Wexford?
December has the shortest days of the year in Wexford, Ireland, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Wexford?
In December, the average day length in Wexford is 7h and 47min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wexford?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wexford, Ireland, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 4:22 pm GMT.
Average sea temperature in December
Wexford, Ireland
- Average sea temperature in December: 11.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.4°C).
Average daylight in December
Wexford, 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).
Wexford, Ireland
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