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Downpatrick weather in December (Down County, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Downpatrick in December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Downpatrick typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 10°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 5°C.

Precipitation

Downpatrick in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 39 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Downpatrick. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Downpatrick, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (48 KM, 29 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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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