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 19.24°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

66.6

°F

October 10, 14:37

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.5°F

Tomorrow:

66.1°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

18:12

Day Length:

11 h. 21 min.

Bristol in October

Minimum:

33.9°F

Average:

40.1°F

Maximum:

42.9°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 66.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.1°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

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 67.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 61.9°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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 64.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 26	68.0°F	65.2°F	67.3°F
Sep 27	69.9°F	65.1°F	67.4°F
Sep 28	69.4°F	64.9°F	67.1°F
Sep 29	69.9°F	64.7°F	67.1°F
Sep 30	69.9°F	64.3°F	66.7°F
Oct 1	70.0°F	66.2°F	66.9°F
Oct 2	69.3°F	67.0°F	66.4°F
Oct 3	66.2°F	65.6°F	65.8°F
Oct 4	67.2°F	65.7°F	65.6°F
Oct 5	66.5°F	65.4°F	65.1°F
Oct 6	67.2°F	66.8°F	64.7°F
Oct 7	67.7°F	65.7°F	64.8°F
Oct 8	68.5°F	65.0°F	65.0°F
Oct 9	67.5°F	65.0°F	65.0°F
Oct 10	66.6°F	64.9°F	64.6°F
Oct 11	66.1°F	63.8°F	64.1°F
Oct 12	65.7°F	63.4°F	63.6°F
Oct 13	65.7°F	63.2°F	63.6°F
Oct 14	65.6°F	63.0°F	63.5°F
Oct 15	65.0°F	62.0°F	63.0°F
Oct 16	64.4°F	61.5°F	62.4°F
Oct 17	64.4°F	60.4°F	62.3°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 41 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, 47.4°F in Spring, 71.0°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Providence	66.8°F	13mi
Newport	66.7°F	13mi
Plymouth	60.7°F	36mi
South Boston	61.6°F	47mi
Boston	61.6°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol