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Leopardstown weather in December (Dublin County, Ireland)

What does the weather outlook for Leopardstown look like in December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Leopardstown typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in December. Expect temperatures to climb to 9°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 4°C.

Precipitation

Leopardstown in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 83 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 51 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Average windspeed

Wind speeds average 6 m/s during December. At this speed, expect strong winds that make large branches move and create some resistance when walking. Since this is an average, some days have fresh winds while others have strong breezes that can make umbrellas tricky to control.

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

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Leopardstown, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 6 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 51 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 23% *  
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (18 KM, 11 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.

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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).

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ireland, check out our Leopardstown's climate page.

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. 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
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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