Downings weather in December (Donegal County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Downings usually fare 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 Downings includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 10°C, cooling off to about 5°C at night.

Precipitation

Downings in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 163 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 24 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 34 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 Downings. May and August typically offer 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 Downings climate page with graphs.

 

Downings, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 79%  

Precipitation 163 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 34 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Malin Head, Ireland (36 KM, 22 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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

Interested in more climate information?

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