Howth weather in December (Ireland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Howth this December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Howth typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 10°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Howth in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 51 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Howth. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, 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 Howth climate page with graphs.

 

Howth, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (13 KM, 8 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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