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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

74.6

°F

September 5, 12:48

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

73.2°F

Tomorrow:

75.3°F

Sunrise:

06:15

Sunset:

19:12

Day Length:

12 h. 57 min.

Bristol in September

Minimum:

33.9°F

Average:

39.8°F

Maximum:

43.1°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 74.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.1°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 rise 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 74.9°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 67.8°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 22 73.5°F 71.3°F 73.5°F
Aug 23 72.7°F 69.9°F 73.0°F
Aug 24 72.7°F 70.8°F 73.0°F
Aug 25 73.9°F 71.1°F 73.3°F
Aug 26 74.0°F 72.3°F 73.6°F
Aug 27 72.5°F 72.2°F 73.7°F
Aug 28 74.8°F 71.6°F 73.5°F
Aug 29 73.8°F 71.7°F 73.3°F
Aug 30 73.9°F 71.8°F 72.9°F
Aug 31 73.7°F 71.3°F 73.0°F
Sep 1 74.4°F 70.8°F 72.9°F
Sep 2 72.5°F 70.4°F 72.4°F
Sep 3 71.8°F 70.2°F 71.8°F
Sep 4 73.2°F 70.4°F 71.7°F
Sep 5 74.6°F 70.5°F 71.5°F
Sep 6 75.3°F 72.4°F 72.2°F
Sep 7 75.2°F 71.1°F 72.1°F
Sep 8 74.8°F 70.9°F 71.7°F
Sep 9 74.6°F 71.2°F 71.5°F
Sep 10 74.3°F 70.1°F 71.2°F
Sep 11 74.0°F 68.5°F 70.9°F
Sep 12 73.6°F 68.6°F 70.5°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 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Providence 73.2°F 13mi
Newport 71.0°F 13mi
Plymouth 64.4°F 36mi
South Boston 66.6°F 47mi
Boston 66.6°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol