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The weather in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 18.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland.
December has total rainfall of 16.3cm (6.4inches) making it quite rainy but with only light showers. There are 24.6 days with some rainfall so there are very few dry days to enjoy the beach.
Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). December is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is slightly cooler than the previous month.
Consider visiting Ireland in the months of May, June, July, August, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.
No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland.
December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 18.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 16.3cm (6.4inches) making it quite rainy but with only light showers. There are 24.6 days with some rainfall so there are very few dry days to enjoy the beach.
More about December temperature and sunshine.
No, December is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, with the sea water at 11°C (51°F), unless you have a wetsuit.
More about December sea temperatures.
No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Ireland.
December has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 18.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 16.3cm (6.4inches) making it quite rainy but with only light showers. There are 24.6 days with some rainfall so there are very few dry days to enjoy the beach. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Ireland. Sea temperatures are a cold 11°C (51°F). December is too cold for swimming in Ireland for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.
More about the December temperatures and sunshine.
No, Ireland is too cold for sunbathing in December.
The average maximum temperature in Ireland in December is 10°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (52°) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Ireland in December is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.
More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Ireland in December are 7.7. The sunshine percentage is 18.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day.
More about December sunshine.
The weather in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Ireland in December is 10°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Ireland in December is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Ireland in December is 5°C (42°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (42°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.
The days in December are shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 7.7 per day in Ireland. The sunshine percentage is 18.7% making it extremely gloomy and overcast with very little sunshine. There are only 1.5 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index in Ireland in December is typically 0.5 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Ireland in December is 10.8°C (51.4°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in December is slightly cooler than the previous month.
December weather is much wetter than the previous month. December has more days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to rise slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Ireland in December is 16.3cm (6.4inches) and on average there are 24.6 rainy days in December making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Ireland in December is 7°C (45°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 7°C (7°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Ireland in December is typically 94.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 96.1% in the previous month and 95.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Ireland in December is typically 86.2%. The average relative humidity is 86.4% in the previous month and 86.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Ireland in December is typically 32KM/H (20MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 23KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Ireland in December is typically 19KM/H (12MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 17KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Ireland in December is from the South West.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
Beaches recommended for you today, this weekend, in the next 2 weeks or in any month of the year.
