Tuam weather in December (Galway County, Ireland)

How does the weather in Tuam usually fare in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Tuam includes low temperatures and high rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 10°C, cooling off to about 4°C at night.

Precipitation

Tuam in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 22 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

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

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tuam. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Tuam, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 106 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 35 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 17% *  

* Data from: Claremorris, Ireland (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Ireland in December

Find out more about the weather in Ireland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tuam.

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