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 15.18°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.

59.3

°F

May 9, 13:58

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

56.9°F

Tomorrow:

59.1°F

Sunrise:

05:32

Sunset:

19:51

Day Length:

14 h. 19 min.

Bristol in May

Minimum:

36.3°F

Average:

42.2°F

Maximum:

45.8°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 59.3°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 6.4°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 57.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 50.8°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

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 59.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.9°F, while the maximum might reach 60.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	51.4°F	50.7°F	49.0°F
Apr 26	52.5°F	49.5°F	49.4°F
Apr 27	52.1°F	50.2°F	49.6°F
Apr 28	52.5°F	50.2°F	49.7°F
Apr 29	52.9°F	50.8°F	49.6°F
Apr 30	54.3°F	52.9°F	50.2°F
May 1	56.0°F	53.6°F	50.6°F
May 2	55.2°F	54.4°F	51.0°F
May 3	56.1°F	52.1°F	51.3°F
May 4	56.3°F	52.5°F	51.7°F
May 5	54.8°F	52.6°F	52.0°F
May 6	54.4°F	52.4°F	51.7°F
May 7	54.7°F	52.5°F	52.3°F
May 8	56.9°F	52.6°F	52.8°F
May 9	59.3°F	55.3°F	52.9°F
May 10	59.1°F	55.1°F	52.6°F
May 11	58.9°F	54.8°F	52.4°F
May 12	59.6°F	55.5°F	53.1°F
May 13	59.9°F	55.9°F	53.5°F
May 14	60.0°F	55.9°F	53.5°F
May 15	60.3°F	56.0°F	53.9°F
May 16	60.5°F	56.5°F	54.1°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 43 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 19, 2025, dipping to 33.2°F. The average readings by season are 41.3°F in Winter, 47.3°F in Spring, 71.0°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Providence	58.8°F	13mi
Newport	54.4°F	13mi
Plymouth	53.0°F	36mi
South Boston	53.7°F	47mi
Boston	53.7°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol