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Waterville weather in December (Kerry, Ireland)

What is the weather forecast for Waterville in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In December, Waterville typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 11°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 6°C.

Precipitation

Waterville in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 24 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 40 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

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

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

 

Waterville, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 11°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 80%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 173 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 24 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 22 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 40 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17% *  
Data from: Valentia, Ireland (12 KM, 7 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.

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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?

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. With a water temperature of around 11°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

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

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