Water temperature in Bristol
73.2
°F
September 11, 13:37
Trend:
stableYesterday:
71.3°FTomorrow:
72.8°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
12 h. 41 min.Bristol in September
Minimum:
33.9°FAverage:
39.8°FMaximum:
43.1°FSea water temperature in Bristol today
As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 73.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.Recent sea temperature and forecast
The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.1°F on 2017.
Daily water temperature in Bristol
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28 | 74.8°F | 71.6°F | 73.5°F |
| Aug 29 | 73.8°F | 71.7°F | 73.3°F |
| Aug 30 | 73.9°F | 71.8°F | 72.9°F |
| Aug 31 | 73.7°F | 71.3°F | 73.0°F |
| Sep 1 | 74.4°F | 70.8°F | 72.9°F |
| Sep 2 | 72.5°F | 70.4°F | 72.4°F |
| Sep 3 | 71.8°F | 70.2°F | 71.8°F |
| Sep 4 | 73.2°F | 70.4°F | 71.7°F |
| Sep 5 | 74.6°F | 70.5°F | 71.8°F |
| Sep 6 | 73.0°F | 72.4°F | 72.2°F |
| Sep 7 | 71.4°F | 71.1°F | 72.0°F |
| Sep 8 | 71.4°F | 70.9°F | 71.7°F |
| Sep 9 | 71.5°F | 71.2°F | 71.5°F |
| Sep 10 | 71.3°F | 70.1°F | 71.2°F |
| Sep 11 | 73.2°F | 68.5°F | 70.9°F |
| Sep 12 | 72.8°F | 68.6°F | 70.5°F |
| Sep 13 | 73.4°F | 68.6°F | 71.1°F |
| Sep 14 | 73.3°F | 69.0°F | 71.0°F |
| Sep 15 | 72.8°F | 70.0°F | 70.5°F |
| Sep 16 | 72.7°F | 69.8°F | 70.4°F |
| Sep 17 | 72.4°F | 69.6°F | 70.1°F |
| Sep 18 | 72.1°F | 69.7°F | 69.8°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Providence |
72.3°F
|
13mi |
| Newport |
70.3°F
|
13mi |
| Plymouth |
65.2°F
|
36mi |
| South Boston |
66.5°F
|
47mi |
| Boston |
65.8°F
|
48mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from Bristol