County Donegal
December
Weather in County Donegal for December 2024
Your guide to County Donegal weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in County Donegal at the beginning of December is 5.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.1 °C by the end of December.
County Donegal experiences an exceptionally high level of rainfall in December, with more than 20 rainy days on average.
Snowfall in County Donegal during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
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6
Dry days
24
Rainy days
1
Snow days
8°/5°
Temperatures
29 km/h
Avg max wind
87 %
Avg humidity
County Donegal in December average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  4° | ||||||
| 2  3° | 3  3° | 4  5° | 5 4° | 6  8° | 7 11° | 8  10° |
| 9 9° | 10 9° | 11 7° | 12  7° | 13 7° | 14 8° | 15 11° |
| 16 11° | 17 11° | 18 11° | 19 8° | 20 10° | 21 10° | 22 10° |
| 23 11° | 24 11° | 25 8° | 26 5° | 27 11° | 28 7° | 29 6° |
| 30  7° | 31  6° |
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Temperatures trend during December in County Donegal
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. | Light freezing rain | 4° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Mist | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Overcast | 3° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Light snow | 5° /0° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Overcast | 4° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Moderate rain | 8° /1° | 12.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Moderate rain | 11° /7° | 9.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /7° | 16.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /6° | 8.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /4° | 10.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /5° | 10.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Light drizzle | 7° /5° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /6° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /10° | 11.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light drizzle | 11° /7° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /8° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /9° | 7.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /9° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Moderate rain | 11° /9° | 16.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Light rain shower | 11° /8° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /4° | 5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Light rain shower | 11° /3° | 24 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /5° | 13.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Light rain shower | 6° /0° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate or heavy sleet | 7° /1° | 11.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 6° /3° | 6.3 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for County Donegal in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the County Donegal forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
County Donegal in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Donegal during December?
During December, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 8° and lows near 5°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Donegal during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 193.4 mm is expected in County Donegal during December, occurring over more than 24 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in County Donegal during December?
County Donegal experiences an average snowfall of 0.1 cm during December, occurring over 1 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Donegal during December?
The average wind speed in County Donegal during December is 29 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to County Donegal in December?
As you prepare for your trip to County Donegal in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in County Donegal, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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