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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

51.7

°F

November 21, 09:46

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

52.0°F

Tomorrow:

51.6°F

Sunrise:

07:39

Sunset:

16:13

Day Length:

8 h. 34 min.

Bristol in November

Minimum:

43.5°F

Average:

45.6°F

Maximum:

47.2°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 51.7°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 0.2°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 considerably 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 52.5°F on 2014, while the historical minimum was 50.1°F on 2023.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 51.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 51.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 51.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 7 53.9°F 53.2°F 53.7°F
Nov 8 54.0°F 53.0°F 53.5°F
Nov 9 53.8°F 53.0°F 53.3°F
Nov 10 53.5°F 52.8°F 53.0°F
Nov 11 53.4°F 52.6°F 52.9°F
Nov 12 53.2°F 52.3°F 52.8°F
Nov 13 53.3°F 52.2°F 52.8°F
Nov 14 53.1°F 51.7°F 52.6°F
Nov 15 52.7°F 51.3°F 52.5°F
Nov 16 52.6°F 51.2°F 52.3°F
Nov 17 52.5°F 50.9°F 52.2°F
Nov 18 52.4°F 50.9°F 52.0°F
Nov 19 52.3°F 51.0°F 51.9°F
Nov 20 52.0°F 50.3°F 51.7°F
Nov 21 51.7°F 50.1°F 51.5°F
Nov 22 51.6°F 50.2°F 51.4°F
Nov 23 51.5°F 50.5°F 51.3°F
Nov 24 51.4°F 50.7°F 51.2°F
Nov 25 51.2°F 50.3°F 51.0°F
Nov 26 51.2°F 50.3°F 51.0°F
Nov 27 51.2°F 50.5°F 51.0°F
Nov 28 51.1°F 50.5°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 45.6°F in Winter, 50.0°F in Spring, 64.0°F in Summer, and 57.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Newport 51.3°F 20mi
Cardiff 52.3°F 25mi
Barry 53.0°F 30mi
Portland 56.5°F 62mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol