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Water temperature in Bristol

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bristol. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Bristol now

47.4

°F

December 13, 16:58

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

47.6°F

Tomorrow:

47.3°F

Sunrise:

08:07

Sunset:

16:01

Day Length:

7 h. 54 min.

Bristol in December

Minimum:

42.8°F

Average:

45.1°F

Maximum:

47.0°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 47.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 49.0°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 46.6°F on 2019.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 47.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 29 48.9°F 50.6°F 50.5°F
Nov 30 48.7°F 50.6°F 50.3°F
Dec 1 48.7°F 50.5°F 50.1°F
Dec 2 48.8°F 49.2°F 49.6°F
Dec 3 48.4°F 49.4°F 49.6°F
Dec 4 48.1°F 48.9°F 49.3°F
Dec 5 48.0°F 49.0°F 49.1°F
Dec 6 48.1°F 48.4°F 49.1°F
Dec 7 48.2°F 47.9°F 48.9°F
Dec 8 48.1°F 47.9°F 48.7°F
Dec 9 48.0°F 47.7°F 48.3°F
Dec 10 48.0°F 47.4°F 47.9°F
Dec 11 48.0°F 47.4°F 47.8°F
Dec 12 47.6°F 47.4°F 47.6°F
Dec 13 47.4°F 47.2°F 47.4°F
Dec 14 47.3°F 47.3°F 47.3°F
Dec 15 47.1°F 46.6°F 47.0°F
Dec 16 46.7°F 45.7°F 46.7°F
Dec 17 46.9°F 46.0°F 46.8°F
Dec 18 47.0°F 45.9°F 46.9°F
Dec 19 47.1°F 46.1°F 47.0°F
Dec 20 47.4°F 46.4°F 47.4°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Bristol by month

In an average year, Bristol offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Bristol was recorded on July 23, 2021, reaching a 71.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 3, 2023, dipping to 40.2°F. The average readings by season are 45.4°F in Winter, 50.1°F in Spring, 64.3°F in Summer, and 57.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Newport 47.6°F 20mi
Cardiff 48.3°F 25mi
Barry 49.1°F 30mi
Portland 52.7°F 62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol