Rathmullan weather in December (Donegal County, Ireland)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Rathmullan this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, Rathmullan typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 9°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Rathmullan in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. You can typically expect 23 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 39 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 Rathmullan. May, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, 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 Rathmullan climate page with graphs.

 

Rathmullan, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 78%  

Precipitation 110 mm  

Rainy days 23 days  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Derry, Ireland (18 KM, 11 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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