Waterford County Weather in December

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

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Waterford Dungarvan Tramore Ardmore

Planning a journey to Waterford County, 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 Waterford County in December

Waterford County, Ireland is a region in Ireland. December in Waterford County generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Waterford.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Waterford County, Ireland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ballymacarbry with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Ardmore with 112 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Waterford receives around 54 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Waterford County by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Waterford County in December

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

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 Waterford County

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

Temperature range in Waterford County (December)

Precipitation variation in Waterford County (December)

Waterford

In December Waterford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate 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
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
54 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Waterford →

Dungarvan

In December Dungarvan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
56 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
101 mm (4 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dungarvan →

Tramore

In December Tramore 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)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
54 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tramore →

Ardmore

In December Ardmore 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
68 hours
56 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ardmore →

Dunmore East

In December Dunmore East 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
75 hours
54 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dunmore East →

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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 Waterford County in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Waterford 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Dungarvan 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Tramore 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Ardmore 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Dunmore East 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Ballymacarbry 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Waterford County weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Waterford County, Ireland in December?

December in Waterford County, Ireland brings poor weather. In Waterford, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Waterford County, Ireland in December?

In Waterford, the average daytime high in December is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does Waterford County, Ireland get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Waterford County, Ireland during December, with Waterford averaging close to 100 mm (3.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Waterford County, Ireland?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Waterford. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.

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