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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

76.6

°F

August 15, 10:09

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

77.1°F

Tomorrow:

76.3°F

Sunrise:

05:53

Sunset:

19:45

Day Length:

13 h. 52 min.

Bristol in August

Minimum:

34.4°F

Average:

40.2°F

Maximum:

43.7°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 76.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.3°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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 78.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 72.1°F on 2017.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 75.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 74.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 76.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 1 71.7°F 77.1°F 74.9°F
Aug 2 73.0°F 75.6°F 74.8°F
Aug 3 73.8°F 73.6°F 74.9°F
Aug 4 74.5°F 72.4°F 75.0°F
Aug 5 74.5°F 72.1°F 74.8°F
Aug 6 74.1°F 73.5°F 75.0°F
Aug 7 76.5°F 73.1°F 75.1°F
Aug 8 76.3°F 72.4°F 74.9°F
Aug 9 79.3°F 73.1°F 75.7°F
Aug 10 79.5°F 73.3°F 75.9°F
Aug 11 78.3°F 72.6°F 75.1°F
Aug 12 78.8°F 74.1°F 75.1°F
Aug 13 76.0°F 74.4°F 75.0°F
Aug 14 77.1°F 75.0°F 75.3°F
Aug 15 76.6°F 75.0°F 75.4°F
Aug 16 76.3°F 75.6°F 75.1°F
Aug 17 76.1°F 73.9°F 74.8°F
Aug 18 75.5°F 75.8°F 74.2°F
Aug 19 74.8°F 74.8°F 73.6°F
Aug 20 75.1°F 74.3°F 73.9°F
Aug 21 75.0°F 73.2°F 73.7°F
Aug 22 74.8°F 71.3°F 73.5°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 76.6°F 13mi
Newport 72.8°F 13mi
Plymouth 69.0°F 36mi
South Boston 68.4°F 47mi
Boston 68.4°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol