Ballyliffin weather in December (Donegal County, Ireland)

Interested in knowing the climate of Ballyliffin in December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Ballyliffin generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 10°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Ballyliffin in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 126 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 23 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 34 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ballyliffin. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ballyliffin, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 126 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 34 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Malin Head, Ireland (11 KM, 7 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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