Cork Weather in December
Ireland · 30-year monthly averages
⚠️ Challenging time to visit
December in Cork is chilly, with average daytime highs around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 137mm of precipitation spread over about 17 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
9°C
48°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
137mm
rainy
Rainy days
17
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 55 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- jacket or coat
- long-sleeve layers
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Cork in December?
- December in Cork is chilly, with average daytime highs around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows near 4°C (39°F). Expect roughly 137mm of precipitation spread over about 17 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in Cork in December?
- Cork sees around 137mm of precipitation in December on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Cork?
- December is a challenging month to visit Cork weather-wise — plan around the conditions.