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Londonderry Weather in December

Londonderry in December averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Londonderry in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 23 days will see rain, totalling around 100 mm (3.9 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Londonderry in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Londonderry, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Londonderry in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 39 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 Londonderry. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Londonderry Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
76%
Precipitation
100 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
39 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*

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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 Londonderry in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Londonderry 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Londonderry 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
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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