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Skibbereen weather in December (County Cork, Ireland)

Curious about the December weather in Skibbereen? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Skibbereen typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 11°C, while nights can cool down to about 6°C.

Skibbereen in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 121 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 22 days of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 56 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Skibbereen. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skibbereen climate page with graphs.

 

Skibbereen, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 121 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 56 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 20% *  
* Data from: Cork, Ireland (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in December

Find out more about the weather in Ireland in December and which places have the best weather 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 Skibbereen in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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