Ballymena weather in December (Antrim County, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Ballymena this December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Ballymena tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Ballymena in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Expect around 22 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 39 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Ballymena. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ballymena, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Water Temperature 10°C *  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 15% *  

Data from: Belfast, Ireland (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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. With a water temperature of around 10°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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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