December Weather in Donegal

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Donegal, Ireland, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 6°C (43°F). Highs can soar to 12°C (53°F), while lows may dip to 0°C (32°F). Typically, the humidity level in Donegal throughout December hovers around 84%.

0°C (32°F)

Minimum temperature

6°C (43°F)

Average temperature

12°C (53°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Donegal averages 131 mm (5.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 21 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 7 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 2 hours 25 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 10% probability of sunny days during this period.

131 mm (5.2 inches)

Precipitation

21 rainy days

Rainy days

2 hours 25 minutes

Sunshine hours

10%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Donegal reaches a maximum of 1, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 09:00 and 11:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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