Bristol weather in December (Rhode Island, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Bristol this December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Bristol typically experiences low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Expect temperatures to climb to 7°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -1°C.

Precipitation

Bristol in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 13 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 147 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Bristol. May and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bristol climate page with graphs.

 

Bristol, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 129 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Sunshine 147 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 52% *  

* Data from: Providence, the United States of America (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bristol.

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