December weather forecast
Ireland, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ireland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Ireland, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Ireland, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ireland, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ireland, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ireland, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In Ireland, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ireland is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Ireland, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ireland. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ireland in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ireland, West Virginia, during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ireland?

In Ireland, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Ireland in December?

In Ireland, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ireland?

In December, in Ireland, West Virginia, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ireland?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ireland, West Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ireland?

The average day length in December in Ireland is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ireland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ireland?

In Ireland, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ireland?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ireland are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ireland?

In Ireland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ireland, WV

Average temperature in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ireland, WV

Average pressure in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ireland, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ireland, WV

Average humidity in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ireland, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ireland, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ireland, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ireland, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ireland, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ireland, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ireland, WV

Average UV index in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ireland, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Ireland, WV

Average visibility in December - Ireland, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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