December weather forecast
Ireland, WA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ireland, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

Ireland's December weather, with an average high temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Ireland. Rain falls for 19 days and accumulates 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ireland, Washington, are January through March, November and December. In December, in Ireland, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.3 snowfall days, and 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ireland, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ireland, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:35 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ireland is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ireland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Ireland?

December, having an average high-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C), is the coldest month in Ireland.

How cold does it get in Ireland in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ireland, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ireland?

In Ireland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the rainiest month in Ireland?

The month with the most rainfall in Ireland is December, when the rain falls for 19 days and typically aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ireland in December?

In Ireland, in December, during 19 rainfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ireland?

In December, in Ireland, Washington, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ireland?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ireland, Washington.

How many hours of daylight does Ireland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ireland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ireland, Washington, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:35 pm PST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ireland?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ireland is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ireland?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ireland, Washington.

How high is the UV index in December in Ireland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ireland, WA

Average temperature in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ireland, WA

Average pressure in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (30"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ireland, WA

Average wind speed in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ireland, WA

Average humidity in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Ireland, WA

Average rainfall in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Ireland, WA

Average rainfall days in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ireland, WA

Average snowfall in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ireland, WA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ireland, WA

Average sunshine days in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ireland, WA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ireland, WA

Average cloud cover in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Ireland, WA

Average visibility in December - Ireland, WA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).

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