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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

73.5

°F

July 5, 23:47

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.3°F

Tomorrow:

74.1°F

Sunrise:

05:16

Sunset:

20:23

Day Length:

15 h. 7 min.

Bristol in July

Minimum:

35.4°F

Average:

41.3°F

Maximum:

44.4°F

Sea water temperature in Bristol today

As of now, in Bristol, the water temperature is 73.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.5°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 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 73.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 66.9°F on 2015.

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 74.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 74.1°F, while the maximum might reach 75.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 21 69.0°F 71.8°F 66.9°F
Jun 22 67.5°F 73.0°F 67.2°F
Jun 23 69.9°F 73.3°F 67.9°F
Jun 24 71.9°F 72.0°F 68.4°F
Jun 25 74.5°F 73.1°F 69.0°F
Jun 26 76.6°F 73.4°F 69.7°F
Jun 27 75.3°F 71.6°F 69.9°F
Jun 28 73.3°F 73.0°F 69.7°F
Jun 29 71.7°F 72.0°F 70.1°F
Jun 30 72.3°F 71.3°F 70.1°F
Jul 1 70.9°F 70.8°F 70.8°F
Jul 2 73.6°F 70.9°F 71.1°F
Jul 3 73.2°F 70.9°F 70.9°F
Jul 4 74.3°F 72.3°F 71.5°F
Jul 5 73.5°F 73.7°F 71.0°F
Jul 6 74.1°F 72.9°F 71.6°F
Jul 7 75.0°F 72.4°F 72.5°F
Jul 8 74.7°F 71.7°F 72.2°F
Jul 9 74.9°F 73.4°F 72.4°F
Jul 10 74.8°F 73.9°F 72.3°F
Jul 11 75.3°F 76.4°F 72.8°F
Jul 12 75.5°F 76.4°F 73.0°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 71.7°F 13mi
Newport 68.7°F 13mi
Plymouth 65.6°F 36mi
South Boston 66.0°F 47mi
Boston 66.0°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol