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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

75.3

°F

July 13, 00:34

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

75.4°F

Tomorrow:

76.2°F

Sunrise:

05:22

Sunset:

20:19

Day Length:

14 h. 57 min.

Bristol in July

Minimum:

35.4°F

Average:

40.7°F

Maximum:

44.4°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 75.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.9°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 rise considerably.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 69.2°F on 2016.

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 76.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 76.0°F, while the maximum might reach 77.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 29 70.7°F 71.7°F 70.5°F
Jun 30 71.9°F 72.3°F 70.7°F
Jul 1 74.2°F 70.9°F 71.5°F
Jul 2 75.6°F 73.6°F 71.9°F
Jul 3 77.8°F 73.2°F 71.9°F
Jul 4 77.7°F 74.3°F 72.5°F
Jul 5 79.0°F 73.5°F 72.4°F
Jul 6 76.9°F 73.1°F 72.6°F
Jul 7 76.0°F 73.8°F 73.3°F
Jul 8 76.2°F 73.9°F 73.0°F
Jul 9 73.7°F 77.4°F 73.3°F
Jul 10 74.1°F 76.9°F 73.2°F
Jul 11 74.6°F 76.1°F 73.6°F
Jul 12 75.4°F 75.5°F 73.5°F
Jul 13 75.3°F 73.5°F 73.4°F
Jul 14 76.2°F 76.7°F 74.3°F
Jul 15 76.0°F 73.0°F 74.0°F
Jul 16 76.4°F 75.7°F 74.5°F
Jul 17 77.0°F 75.3°F 75.0°F
Jul 18 77.5°F 77.5°F 75.6°F
Jul 19 77.6°F 78.3°F 75.6°F
Jul 20 77.7°F 75.8°F 75.7°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 Bristol, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 46 swimming days.
The warmest water in Bristol was recorded on August 10, 2022, reaching a 80.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 14, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 40.8°F in Winter, 47.7°F in Spring, 71.4°F in Summer, and 62.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Providence 75.3°F 13mi
Newport 71.2°F 13mi
Plymouth 69.4°F 36mi
South Boston 70.4°F 47mi
Boston 70.4°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol