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Ireland in December

A solid time to go

Most attractions close December 24 through 26; plan around St Stephen's Day wren celebrations in Dingle.

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Daytime high

8°C

46°F

Overnight low

3°C

37°F

Rainfall

74 mm

moderate

Crowd levels

medium

manageable

Prices

medium

shoulder

What to expect in Ireland in December

December brings cool weather to Ireland, with daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows near 3°C (37°F). Skies are typically dry with occasional showers, with about 74 mm of rainfall on average. Most attractions close December 24 through 26; plan around St Stephen's Day wren celebrations in Dingle..

Crowds are manageable in December — busy in popular areas but not overwhelming. Prices sit in the shoulder-season range — not the cheapest, but well off peak. Peak season runs June–August, for context.

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