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Weather in January

January, like December, is a freezing cold winter month in Bristol, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 5°F (-15°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C). January, with its high-temperature average of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 5°F (-15°C), is the coldest month. Weather in January »

Weather in February

The last month of the winter, February, is also a subzero cold month in Bristol, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 7.2°F (-13.8°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C). With February's advent, Bristol sees an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C), subtly shifted from January's 18.9°F (-7.3°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Bristol, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C). Bristol experiences a clear temperature upsurge in March, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C) in February to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Bristol, South Dakota, is a cool spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.1°F (10.6°C) and min 35.1°F (1.7°C). April shows a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from March's wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a comfortable month in Bristol, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 64°F (17.8°C). A rise in the average high-temperature is observed during May, moving from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in April to a comfortable 64°F (17.8°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Bristol, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C). The shift into June is accompanied by a temperature increase, with the average high-temperature rising from a refreshing 64°F (17.8°C) in May to a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, is a moderately hot summer month in Bristol, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.3°F (16.3°C) and an average high of 81°F (27.2°C). July, recognised by an average high temperature of 81°F (27.2°C) and a low of 61.3°F (16.3°C), is Bristol's warmest month. During July, the heat index is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Bristol, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C). The high-temperature average in August for Bristol is a still warm 80.1°F (26.7°C), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Bristol, is also an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 71.6°F (22°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C). September witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from August's warm 80.1°F (26.7°C) to an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, like September, in Bristol, South Dakota, is a cool autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and an average low of 38.7°F (3.7°C). With the onset of October, Bristol experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in September to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

The last month of the autumn, November, is another cold month in Bristol, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). As Bristol welcomes November, there is a noticeable shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from October's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bristol, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 11.5°F (-11.4°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C). December's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

January, noted for its average high-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 5°F (-15°C), is considered the coldest month.

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is January, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

How much does it rain?

In Bristol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow?

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall.

How much does it snow?

Throughout the year, there are 68.4 snowfall days, and 23.74" (603mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bristol?

The month with the least sunshine is January, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 15h and 36min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Bristol.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the hottest time of year?

The warmest temperatures occur during July, when averages reach a peak of 81°F (27.2°C) and a low of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

What is the rainiest month?

July is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

What is the least humid month in Bristol?

With an average relative humidity of 66%, September is the least humid month.

What is the driest month?

November is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

Average temperature
Bristol, SD

Average temperature - Bristol, SD

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure
Bristol, SD

Average pressure - Bristol, SD

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed
Bristol, SD

Average wind speed - Bristol, SD

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity
Bristol, SD

Average humidity - Bristol, SD

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall
Bristol, SD

Average rainfall - Bristol, SD

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days
Bristol, SD

Average rainfall days - Bristol, SD

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall
Bristol, SD

Average snowfall - Bristol, SD

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Bristol, SD

Average snowfall days - Bristol, SD

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Bristol, SD

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Bristol, SD

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days
Bristol, SD

Average sunshine days - Bristol, SD

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index
Bristol, SD

Average UV index - Bristol, SD

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

Average visibility
Bristol, SD

Average visibility - Bristol, SD

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

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