December weather forecast
Bristol, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bristol, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Bristol's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Bristol's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.4 days and collects up to 31.38" (797mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Bristol. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bristol, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Bristol, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bristol, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bristol. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bristol in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bristol, Pennsylvania, are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bristol?

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bristol?

In December, in Bristol, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bristol in December?

In Bristol, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bristol?

The month with the shortest days in Bristol, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bristol have in December?

In Bristol, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bristol?

On the first day of December in Bristol, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bristol?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bristol.

What is the UV index reading in December in Bristol?

In Bristol, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bristol, PA

Average temperature in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bristol, PA

Average pressure in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bristol, PA

Average wind speed in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bristol, PA

Average humidity in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bristol, PA

Average rainfall in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bristol, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bristol, PA

Average snowfall in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bristol, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bristol, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bristol, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bristol, PA

Average UV index in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bristol, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Bristol, PA

Average visibility in December - Bristol, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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