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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

75.6

°F

August 16, 09:57

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

75.0°F

Tomorrow:

75.6°F

Sunrise:

05:54

Sunset:

19:44

Day Length:

13 h. 50 min.

Bristol in August

Minimum:

34.4°F

Average:

40.9°F

Maximum:

43.7°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 75.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 78.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 71.9°F on 2015.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 74.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 74.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 75.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 2 75.6°F 75.5°F 74.8°F
Aug 3 73.6°F 75.8°F 74.8°F
Aug 4 72.4°F 78.3°F 74.9°F
Aug 5 72.1°F 78.0°F 74.7°F
Aug 6 73.5°F 77.3°F 74.9°F
Aug 7 73.1°F 75.8°F 74.6°F
Aug 8 72.4°F 73.5°F 74.5°F
Aug 9 72.8°F 74.6°F 74.9°F
Aug 10 72.8°F 74.6°F 74.9°F
Aug 11 72.2°F 74.0°F 74.3°F
Aug 12 74.1°F 74.0°F 74.3°F
Aug 13 74.4°F 74.2°F 74.6°F
Aug 14 75.0°F 74.5°F 74.8°F
Aug 15 75.0°F 74.7°F 75.0°F
Aug 16 75.6°F 74.4°F 74.7°F
Aug 17 75.6°F 73.5°F 74.7°F
Aug 18 74.9°F 72.6°F 74.0°F
Aug 19 74.3°F 72.2°F 73.4°F
Aug 20 74.7°F 72.5°F 73.8°F
Aug 21 74.6°F 73.4°F 73.7°F
Aug 22 74.5°F 72.2°F 73.6°F
Aug 23 74.1°F 72.2°F 73.3°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 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, 47.4°F in Spring, 71.0°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Providence 75.7°F 13mi
Newport 72.2°F 13mi
Plymouth 67.4°F 36mi
South Boston 69.4°F 47mi
Boston 69.4°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol