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Coleraine Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Coleraine in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Coleraine in December

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 22 days of rain, averaging 132 mm (5.2 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Coleraine in December

In December, Coleraine sees low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights drop to around 5°C (41°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Coleraine in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 39 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Coleraine. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Coleraine Temperature in December

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
74%
Precipitation
132 mm (5.2 in)
Rainy days
22 days
Sunshine
39 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Derry, Ireland (43 KM, 26 Miles).

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Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 Coleraine in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Coleraine in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Coleraine 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

Coleraine 3-Day Forecast

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