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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

63.8

°F

May 28, 07:59

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

63.9°F

Tomorrow:

63.9°F

Sunrise:

05:03

Sunset:

21:13

Day Length:

16 h. 10 min.

Bristol in June

Minimum:

41.6°F

Average:

44.5°F

Maximum:

46.4°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 63.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 5.1°F higher than 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 notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 60.5°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 54.3°F on 2021.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 64.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.9°F, while the maximum might reach 64.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 14 55.2°F 57.6°F 55.1°F
May 15 55.1°F 58.3°F 55.5°F
May 16 55.0°F 57.9°F 55.5°F
May 17 54.9°F 58.0°F 55.8°F
May 18 55.2°F 58.9°F 56.1°F
May 19 55.3°F 59.2°F 56.4°F
May 20 55.3°F 59.3°F 56.8°F
May 21 55.6°F 59.2°F 57.3°F
May 22 56.7°F 60.2°F 57.7°F
May 23 56.8°F 60.1°F 58.1°F
May 24 56.3°F 60.1°F 58.2°F
May 25 59.2°F 60.4°F 58.4°F
May 26 60.9°F 60.4°F 58.5°F
May 27 63.9°F 60.5°F 58.8°F
May 28 63.8°F 60.0°F 58.7°F
May 29 63.9°F 59.8°F 58.8°F
May 30 63.9°F 59.2°F 58.8°F
May 31 63.9°F 58.9°F 58.8°F
Jun 1 64.3°F 60.2°F 59.2°F
Jun 2 64.6°F 60.9°F 59.5°F
Jun 3 64.8°F 60.1°F 59.7°F
Jun 4 64.9°F 60.4°F 59.8°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 45.2°F in Winter, 50.3°F in Spring, 64.5°F in Summer, and 57.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Newport 61.6°F 20mi
Cardiff 59.6°F 25mi
Barry 59.0°F 30mi
Portland 59.0°F 62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol