Cork weather in December

December in Cork: cold, rainy, with clean air — a fair time to visit.
#12 of 12 months in Cork · #646 of 897 destinations to visit in December · comfort 59/100 (tier D)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Cork climate normals — December
| Daytime high | 9°C / 49°F | 🧥 cold |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 6°C / 42°F | |
| Rainfall | 91 mm / 3.6 in | 🌧 rainy |
| Rainy days | 14 days | |
| Humidity | 86% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 5°C / 41°F | |
| Sunshine | 3.7 h/day | |
| Daylight | 7.9 h | |
| Wind | 23 km/h / 14 mph | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 cm / 0 in | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 32 | 🍃 good |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Cork in December — FAQ
- Is December a good time to visit Cork?
- December in Cork: cold, rainy, with clean air — a fair time to visit. It ranks #12 of 12 months for Cork on SeasonMap's comfort score (59/100).
- What is the weather like in Cork in December?
- In December, Cork averages a daily high of 9.2°C and a low of 5.5°C, with about 91 mm of rain over roughly 13.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Cork in December?
- Cork has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 32 in December.