December weather forecast
Bristol, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bristol, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

Bristol's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Bristol records an average nighttime low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bristol is 82%.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bristol, during December, snow falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.5 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Bristol, the average high-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bristol?

In Bristol, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

November and December are months with the least rain in Bristol when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Bristol in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bristol, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bristol?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in December?

In Bristol, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Bristol?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bristol, IL

Average temperature in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bristol, IL

Average pressure in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bristol, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bristol, IL

Average humidity in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bristol, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.24").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Bristol, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bristol, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bristol, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bristol, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bristol, IL

Average UV index in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bristol, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bristol, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Bristol, IL

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

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

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