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Rathgar weather in December (Dublin County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Rathgar usually fare in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Rathgar includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 9°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Rathgar in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 51 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rathgar. July generally stands out with 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 Rathgar climate page with graphs.

 

Rathgar, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 51 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 23% *  
* Data from: Dublin, Ireland (13 KM, 8 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?

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

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