County Donegal (Donegal)
December
Weather in County Donegal for December 2026
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 7.2 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly decrease, reaching an average of 7 °C by the end of December.
County Donegal experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 170.3 mm.
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10
Dry days
21
Rainy days
0
Snow days
8°/4°
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26 km/h
Avg max wind
87 %
Avg humidity
County Donegal Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in County Donegal
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December weather in County Donegal day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Light freezing rain | 8° /3° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Light rain | 6° /1° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /1° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 7.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 9° /3° | 16.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Moderate rain | 9° /5° | 18.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /4° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /4° | 8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /4° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /3° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Light drizzle | 6° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /5° | 7.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /7° | 9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /5° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /5° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /5° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /6° | 8.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /5° | 4.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Moderate rain | 10° /6° | 8.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /6° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /4° | 8.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /4° | 5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /2° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy sleet | 7° /3° | 5.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 7° /3° | 7.4 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.
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County Donegal in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in County Donegal during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 8° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.
How much rainfall should be expected in County Donegal during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 170.3 mm is expected in County Donegal during December, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in County Donegal in December 2026?
County Donegal typically sees 0 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in County Donegal during December?
The average wind speed in County Donegal during December is 26 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
County Donegal snow forecast December 2026
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December rainfall patterns in County Donegal
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Typically, County Donegal has 21 rainy days in December with a total of 170.3 mm of rainfall.
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