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 16.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

61.9

°F

May 21, 01:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

61.9°F

Tomorrow:

63.0°F

Sunrise:

05:20

Sunset:

20:03

Day Length:

14 h. 43 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 61.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 5.0°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 rise considerably.

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 61.5°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 54.7°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.0°F, while the maximum might reach 64.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
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	54.1°F
May 14	54.1°F	57.0°F	54.0°F
May 15	53.2°F	57.4°F	54.2°F
May 16	54.0°F	57.1°F	54.4°F
May 17	56.4°F	59.2°F	55.1°F
May 18	57.2°F	60.4°F	55.6°F
May 19	60.2°F	61.1°F	56.6°F
May 20	61.9°F	61.6°F	56.9°F
May 21	61.9°F	61.5°F	56.9°F
May 22	63.0°F	60.3°F	58.0°F
May 23	63.1°F	59.5°F	58.1°F
May 24	63.8°F	59.0°F	58.8°F
May 25	63.8°F	59.1°F	58.8°F
May 26	63.9°F	58.6°F	58.9°F
May 27	64.1°F	57.5°F	59.1°F
May 28	64.3°F	56.9°F	59.3°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	61.9°F	13mi
Newport	56.6°F	13mi
Plymouth	55.2°F	36mi
South Boston	54.1°F	47mi
Boston	54.1°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol