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Knock Weather in December

In Knock, December brings low daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to 3°C (37°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more rainfall than usual.

Rainfall in Knock in December

Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. This month experiences about 22 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 111 mm (4.4 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Knock in December

If you're visiting Knock in December, expect highs of 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows around 3°C (37°F). December is part of winter. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Knock in December

The city usually sees around 35 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Wind Speed in Knock in December

December has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Knock. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Knock Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 75%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm (4.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 35 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Best Places in Ireland in December

Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Ireland in December →

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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 (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 Knock in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Knock 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 Knock 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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