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 11.72°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.

53.1

°F

May 13, 19:30

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

54.2°F

Tomorrow:

52.9°F

Sunrise:

05:28

Sunset:

19:56

Day Length:

14 h. 28 min.

Bristol in May

Minimum:

36.3°F

Average:

41.5°F

Maximum:

45.8°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 53.1°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 1.1°F lower 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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 59.1°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 51.1°F on 2020.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 54.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 52.9°F, while the maximum might reach 55.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 29	51.1°F	52.9°F	50.1°F
Apr 30	50.4°F	54.3°F	50.6°F
May 1	50.9°F	56.0°F	51.0°F
May 2	51.3°F	55.2°F	51.5°F
May 3	51.6°F	56.1°F	51.7°F
May 4	50.1°F	56.3°F	51.8°F
May 5	51.6°F	54.8°F	52.2°F
May 6	51.8°F	54.4°F	51.9°F
May 7	52.2°F	54.7°F	52.5°F
May 8	53.8°F	56.9°F	53.1°F
May 9	52.8°F	59.3°F	53.7°F
May 10	52.9°F	58.5°F	52.8°F
May 11	54.2°F	58.3°F	52.7°F
May 12	54.2°F	59.0°F	53.3°F
May 13	53.1°F	59.1°F	54.2°F
May 14	52.9°F	57.0°F	54.0°F
May 15	53.2°F	57.4°F	54.3°F
May 16	53.4°F	57.1°F	54.5°F
May 17	53.9°F	59.2°F	55.0°F
May 18	54.4°F	60.4°F	55.4°F
May 19	55.1°F	61.1°F	56.2°F
May 20	55.8°F	61.6°F	56.9°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 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, 71.3°F in Summer, and 62.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Providence	54.1°F	13mi
Newport	51.7°F	13mi
Plymouth	50.8°F	36mi
South Boston	52.1°F	47mi
Boston	52.2°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol