Dublin weather in December (Dublin County, Ireland)
What's the typical weather in Dublin for December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
The month of December in Dublin typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 10°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 4°C.
Precipitation
Dublin in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 51 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dublin. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dublin climate page with graphs.
Dublin, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
10°C
Water Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
77 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
83%
Windspeed
22 km/h
Sunshine
51 hours
Percentage Sunshine
23%
Where to go in Ireland in December
Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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