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Glencar Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), December in Glencar brings low temperatures during the day. It is also the wettest month of the year, so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Glencar in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 23 days of rain, with 147 mm (5.8 in) average for the month. Expect frequent rainfall this month, and not just light drizzle. When it rains, it tends to come down hard.

Temperature in Glencar in December

Daytime highs in Glencar in December reach 10°C (50°F), with nights around 4°C (39°F). December is part of winter. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Glencar in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 40 hours of sunshine.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Glencar. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Glencar Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 78%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm (5.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 23 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Valentia, Ireland (27 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in Ireland 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 Glencar in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Glencar 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. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Glencar 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

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