What is the current water temperature in Bristol?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Bristol?

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 10.82°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.

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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.

51.5

°F

November 21, 04:32

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

51.2°F

Tomorrow:

51.3°F

Sunrise:

06:42

Sunset:

16:20

Day Length:

9 h. 38 min.

Bristol in November

Minimum:

34.3°F

Average:

40.6°F

Maximum:

43.5°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 51.5°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 0.5°F lower 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 fall a bit.

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 54.4°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 49.3°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 50.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 49.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 51.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	57.3°F	56.5°F	57.2°F
Nov 8	57.4°F	54.6°F	56.9°F
Nov 9	56.8°F	54.6°F	56.2°F
Nov 10	56.7°F	54.5°F	56.1°F
Nov 11	56.6°F	54.3°F	56.1°F
Nov 12	56.4°F	52.5°F	55.8°F
Nov 13	56.5°F	53.0°F	56.0°F
Nov 14	56.1°F	53.1°F	55.5°F
Nov 15	53.7°F	52.5°F	55.0°F
Nov 16	52.5°F	52.6°F	54.5°F
Nov 17	51.8°F	51.4°F	53.6°F
Nov 18	51.5°F	52.7°F	53.4°F
Nov 19	52.0°F	53.3°F	52.7°F
Nov 20	51.2°F	52.3°F	52.4°F
Nov 21	51.5°F	51.4°F	51.9°F
Nov 22	51.3°F	51.0°F	51.7°F
Nov 23	51.0°F	50.8°F	51.5°F
Nov 24	50.5°F	49.9°F	50.9°F
Nov 25	50.1°F	49.7°F	50.5°F
Nov 26	50.1°F	50.2°F	50.6°F
Nov 27	49.9°F	50.2°F	50.4°F
Nov 28	49.7°F	50.3°F	50.2°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, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 38.

The warmest water in Bristol was recorded on August 10, 2022, reaching a 80.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2015, dipping to 33.4°F. The average readings by season are 41.6°F in Winter, 47.0°F in Spring, 70.7°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Providence	51.2°F	13mi
Newport	55.0°F	13mi
Plymouth	50.8°F	36mi
South Boston	49.4°F	47mi
Boston	49.4°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol