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December in Doolin brings low temperatures around 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 176 mm (6.9 in) for the month.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, July and August typically offer the best weather for Doolin.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Doolin typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 11°C (52°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 4°C (39°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Doolin spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Doolin between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Ireland in December →
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).
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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