Weather in December
Bristol rounds out the year with a complete return to winter. December remains cold and snowy, with temperatures dropping to an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and the city experiencing about 2.6" (66mm) of snowfall. Rainfall holds steady at 3.4" (86mm), almost matching November's levels. The daylight is shortest this month, barely touching 9.7 hours. Rightfully so, the winter spirit pervades Bristol making it a festive place to end the year.
On the first day of December in Bristol, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
[Resources]Temperature
The transition into December in Bristol involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). The nighttime temperature in Bristol, during December, averages of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Rainfall
In Bristol, in December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bristol, 41.14" (1045mm) of rain is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. During December, Bristol regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 15.59" (396mm).Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Bristol, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Bristol, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Bristol in December?
The high-temperature in Bristol, Tennessee, during December is 48°F (8.9°C) and the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).
How much does it rain in Bristol in December?
In Bristol, in December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Bristol in December?
During December, Bristol regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Bristol?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Bristol?
In December, the average day length in Bristol is 9h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bristol?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bristol, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Average temperature in December
Bristol, TN
- Average high temperature in December: 48.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average rainfall in December
Bristol, TN
- Average rainfall in December: 3.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.1").
Average snowfall in December
Bristol, TN
- Average snowfall in December: 2.6"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average daylight in December
Bristol, TN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
Bristol, Tennessee, USA
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