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Portaferry weather in December (Down County, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Portaferry this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

December in Portaferry generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 10°C. At night, it falls to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Portaferry in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Portaferry. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Portaferry, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom 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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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