Laois Weather in December

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

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Portlaoise Killenard Mountmellick Donaghmore

Considering a trip to Laois, Ireland this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Laois in December

Laois, Ireland is a region in Ireland. December in Laois generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Portlaoise.

To explore the conditions in Laois, Ireland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Killenard with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Donaghmore with 88 mm (3.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Laois in December

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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 Laois

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

Temperature range in Laois (December)

Precipitation variation in Laois (December)

Portlaoise

In December Portlaoise generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Portlaoise →

Killenard

In December Killenard generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
51 hours
56 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Killenard →

Mountmellick

In December Mountmellick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Mountmellick →

Donaghmore

In December Donaghmore generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
45 hours
48 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Donaghmore →

Abbeyleix

In December Abbeyleix generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Abbeyleix →

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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 Laois in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Portlaoise 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Killenard 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Mountmellick 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Donaghmore 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Abbeyleix 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Laois weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Laois, Ireland in December?

December in Laois, Ireland brings poor weather. In Portlaoise, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Laois, Ireland in December?

Portlaoise averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does Laois, Ireland get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Laois, Ireland. Portlaoise averages only about 85 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Laois, Ireland?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Laois, Ireland with often poor weather in Portlaoise.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Portlaoise. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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