December weather forecast
Bristol, United Kingdom

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A beautiful lawn in front of the Bristol Cathedral, in Bristol, United Kingdom
A beautiful lawn in front of the Bristol Cathedral, in Bristol, United Kingdom

Weather in December

December showcases traditional winter weather with a fall in temperature and increased precipitation. With snowfall of 1mm reinstating, December is undeniably a wintry month in Bristol. Interestingly, wind speed rises to its maximum value of 18.3km/h for the year. Quick, short days with 7.9 daylight hours confirm the beginning of winter. Vivid and festive lights create a magical atmosphere in the city during this winter month.

Temperature

As Bristol welcomes December, the average high-temperature is noted at a frosty 8.1°C, closely aligning with the preceding month. Nighttime temperature reflects an average dip to a cold 4.1°C in December, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bristol, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 20mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bristol, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 188mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1mm of snow. In Bristol, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 9mm of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bristol, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Bristol, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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FAQ

What is the average December temperature in Bristol?

Bristol in December has an average high-temperature of 8.1°C and an average low-temperature of 4.1°C.

What are the most humid months in Bristol?

The months with the highest humidity in Bristol, United Kingdom, are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bristol?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bristol, United Kingdom, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Bristol in December?

In Bristol, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 20mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Bristol?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1mm of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bristol?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Bristol, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bristol?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bristol, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bristol have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bristol is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bristol?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bristol?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bristol, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (81%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and September (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
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, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in December
Bristol, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Bristol, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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