Carrick on Shannon weather in December (Leitrim, Ireland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Carrick on Shannon in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Carrick on Shannon includes low temperatures and high rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 9°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Carrick on Shannon in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 35 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Carrick on Shannon. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Carrick on Shannon, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 35 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 17% *  

Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (63 KM, 39 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.

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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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