Ardara weather in December (Donegal County, Ireland)

How does the December weather in Ardara compare to other months? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of December in Ardara typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 9°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Ardara in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 154 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 24 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 39 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ardara. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ardara climate page with graphs.

 

Ardara, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 80%  

Precipitation 154 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Derry, Ireland (74 KM, 46 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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