Maynooth weather in December (Kildare County, Ireland)

Is December a good time to explore Maynooth weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Maynooth includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 9°C. At night, they generally drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Maynooth in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 51 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Maynooth. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Maynooth, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Water Temperature 11°C *  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 77 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 51 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 23% *  

Data from: Dublin, Ireland (23 KM, 14 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. 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

Interested in more climate information?

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