Donegal weather in December (Pennsylvania, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Donegal in December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Donegal typically brings low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 5°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -4°C.

Precipitation

Donegal in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 78 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Donegal. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Donegal, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -4°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 119 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 78 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Frostburg, the United States of America (63 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America 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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Donegal.

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