County Galway (Galway)
December
Weather in County Galway for December 2026
Your guide to County Galway weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in County Galway at the beginning of December is 8.8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 8.4 °C by the end of December.
County Galway experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 154 mm.
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10
Dry days
21
Rainy days
0
Snow days
9°/6°
Temperatures
35 km/h
Avg max wind
83 %
Avg humidity
County Galway Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in County Galway
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December weather in County Galway day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Light rain | 9° /5° | 4.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 2 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /3° | 3.1 mm | 0.4 | |
| 3 Dec. |  Light sleet | 7° /3° | 6.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 4 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 3.8 mm | 0.4 | |
| 5 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /5° | 6 mm | 0.4 | |
| 6 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 11° /6° | 12 mm | 0.4 | |
| 7 Dec. | Moderate rain | 10° /7° | 12.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /7° | 5.9 mm | 0.4 | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /6° | 8.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /5° | 4.7 mm | 0.4 | |
| 11 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 6.1 mm | 0.4 | |
| 12 Dec. |  Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 1.7 mm | 0.4 | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /5° | 2.2 mm | 0.4 | |
| 14 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /7° | 7.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /8° | 0.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 16 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /8° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 17 Dec. | Light rain | 12° /8° | 6.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 18 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /6° | 3.2 mm | 0.4 | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 2.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /7° | 4.5 mm | 0.4 | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /7° | 2.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 1.4 mm | 0.4 | |
| 23 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /7° | 6.2 mm | 0.4 | |
| 24 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /8° | 3.1 mm | 0.4 | |
| 25 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /6° | 2.8 mm | 0.4 | |
| 26 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /5° | 3.9 mm | 0.4 | |
| 27 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /6° | 5.6 mm | 0.4 | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /6° | 4.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 29 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /5° | 2.8 mm | 0.4 | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate rain | 9° /5° | 12.9 mm | 0.4 | |
| 31 Dec. |  Moderate rain at times | 8° /5° | 7.1 mm | 0.4 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for County Galway 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 Galway forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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County Galway in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Galway during December?
During December, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 9° and lows near 6°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Galway during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 154 mm is expected in County Galway during December, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in County Galway in December 2026?
County Galway typically sees 0 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Galway during December?
The average wind speed in County Galway during December is 35 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
December rainfall patterns in County Galway
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Typically, County Galway has 21 rainy days in December with a total of 154 mm of rainfall.
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