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Tuam Weather in December

During December, Tuam experiences low daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and cooler nights around 4°C (39°F). As the wettest month of the year, and part of the winter season, expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Tuam in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. You can expect rain on around 22 days based on historical patterns, with 106 mm (4.2 in) average for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Tuam in December

If you're visiting Tuam in December, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around 4°C (39°F). During December, you'll experience the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Tuam in December

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 35 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Wind Speed in Tuam in December

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during December. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tuam. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Tuam Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 106 mm (4.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 35 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in Ireland in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Tuam in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Tuam in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Tuam in December

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

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