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Ballydrain Weather in December

During December, Ballydrain experiences low daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and cooler nights around 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 104 mm (4.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Ballydrain in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain, averaging 104 mm (4.1 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Ballydrain in December

December in Ballydrain brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Ballydrain in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 39 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ballydrain. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Ballydrain Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (37 KM, 23 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ballydrain in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Ballydrain in December

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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