Gort weather in December (Galway County, Ireland)

What kind of weather does December bring to Gort? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Gort includes low temperatures and high rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 10°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Gort in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 45 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gort. June, July and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Gort, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 119 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Limerick, Ireland (46 KM, 29 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

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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

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