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Portmagee weather in December (Kerry, Ireland)

How does the December weather in Portmagee compare to other months? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Portmagee includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 11°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Portmagee in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 177 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Historically, the month has about 24 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 40 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Portmagee, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 81%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 177 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
Data from: Valentia, Ireland (9 KM, 5 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).

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. 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
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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