Glencar weather in December (Kerry, Ireland)

What should you pack for a trip to Glencar in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

During December, Glencar usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 10°C, cooling off to about 4°C at night.

Precipitation

Glencar in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Historically, the month has about 23 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 40 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 Glencar. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Glencar, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 147 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 40 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 17% *  

Data from: Valentia, Ireland (27 KM, 17 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

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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?

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

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