Malin weather in December (Donegal County, Ireland)

What is the weather forecast for Malin in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Malin tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 10°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 6°C.

Precipitation

Malin in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 23 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 34 hours of sun. It's 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 Malin. June generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Malin, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 137 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 34 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Malin Head, Ireland (11 KM, 7 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

Interested in more climate information?

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