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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

51.2

°F

April 16, 03:23

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.9°F

Tomorrow:

51.3°F

Sunrise:

06:14

Sunset:

20:08

Day Length:

13 h. 54 min.

Bristol in April

Minimum:

44.2°F

Average:

45.9°F

Maximum:

47.5°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 51.2°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 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 51.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 47.3°F on 2018.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 51.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.2°F, while the maximum might reach 52.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 2 49.0°F 48.2°F 47.5°F
Apr 3 49.5°F 48.1°F 47.7°F
Apr 4 49.5°F 48.3°F 47.9°F
Apr 5 50.6°F 48.5°F 48.2°F
Apr 6 50.1°F 48.6°F 48.3°F
Apr 7 50.0°F 50.3°F 48.4°F
Apr 8 50.2°F 50.0°F 48.5°F
Apr 9 49.9°F 49.8°F 48.5°F
Apr 10 50.2°F 49.7°F 48.7°F
Apr 11 50.1°F 49.5°F 48.7°F
Apr 12 51.4°F 49.2°F 48.9°F
Apr 13 50.9°F 49.1°F 48.9°F
Apr 14 51.2°F 49.0°F 49.0°F
Apr 15 50.9°F 50.1°F 49.2°F
Apr 16 51.2°F 51.6°F 49.5°F
Apr 17 51.3°F 51.7°F 49.6°F
Apr 18 51.2°F 50.6°F 49.5°F
Apr 19 51.6°F 50.7°F 49.9°F
Apr 20 52.0°F 50.5°F 50.3°F
Apr 21 52.3°F 51.3°F 50.6°F
Apr 22 52.5°F 50.6°F 50.8°F
Apr 23 52.6°F 50.7°F 50.9°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, 64.1°F in Summer, and 57.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Newport 51.7°F 20mi
Cardiff 51.1°F 25mi
Barry 50.4°F 30mi
Portland 50.3°F 62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol