Achill Island Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Achill Island, Ireland in December.

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Keel Achill Sound Doogort Bunacurry

Planning a journey to Achill Island, Ireland this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Achill Island in December

Achill Island, Ireland is a region in Ireland. December in Achill Island generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Keel.

For specific regional insights in Achill Island, Ireland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Doogort with an average of 145 mm (5.7 in) to high rainfall in Dooagh with 155 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Keel receives around 40 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Achill Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Achill Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Keel)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November12°C (54°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Achill Island in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Achill Island.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Achill Island

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Achill Island, Ireland?

Temperature range in Achill Island (December)

Precipitation variation in Achill Island (December)

Keel

In December Keel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
40 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
153 mm (6 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Keel →

Achill Sound

In December Achill Sound generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
40 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Achill Sound →

Doogort

In December Doogort generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
40 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Doogort →

Bunacurry

In December Bunacurry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
40 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bunacurry →

Dooagh

In December Dooagh generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
40 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dooagh →

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In our records: Ireland December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Ireland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Ireland dropped to -16°C (3°F) in Donegal on December 23, 2010.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Ireland was -7°C (19°F) in Lurgan on December 21, 2010.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Achill Island in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keel 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Achill Sound 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Doogort 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Bunacurry 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Dooagh 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)

Achill Island weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Achill Island, Ireland in December?

In December, Achill Island, Ireland generally has poor weather conditions. Keel sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Achill Island, Ireland in December?

Daytime temperatures in Keel peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in December, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Achill Island, Ireland get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Achill Island, Ireland. Average rainfall in Keel sits around 153 mm (6 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Achill Island, Ireland?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Achill Island, Ireland due to the typically poor weather in Keel.

On average, the best time to visit Achill Island, Ireland is in May, June and August with generally tolerable weather in Keel. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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