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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

68.9

°F

September 17, 17:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

70.2°F

Tomorrow:

68.6°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

18:51

Day Length:

12 h. 24 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 68.9°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 1.2°F lower 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.7°F on 2016.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 67.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 68.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Bristol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 71.8°F
Sep 6 73.0°F 72.4°F 72.2°F
Sep 7 71.4°F 71.1°F 72.0°F
Sep 8 71.4°F 70.9°F 71.7°F
Sep 9 71.5°F 71.2°F 71.5°F
Sep 10 71.3°F 70.1°F 71.2°F
Sep 11 73.2°F 68.5°F 71.1°F
Sep 12 71.7°F 68.6°F 70.6°F
Sep 13 71.5°F 68.6°F 71.2°F
Sep 14 71.2°F 69.0°F 71.0°F
Sep 15 71.2°F 70.0°F 70.6°F
Sep 16 70.2°F 69.8°F 70.4°F
Sep 17 68.9°F 69.6°F 70.1°F
Sep 18 68.6°F 69.7°F 69.8°F
Sep 19 68.1°F 67.9°F 69.2°F
Sep 20 68.0°F 69.2°F 69.1°F
Sep 21 67.7°F 69.1°F 68.9°F
Sep 22 67.4°F 68.9°F 68.6°F
Sep 23 67.7°F 69.0°F 68.8°F
Sep 24 67.2°F 68.1°F 68.4°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 67.6°F 13mi
Newport 69.0°F 13mi
Plymouth 63.5°F 36mi
South Boston 63.8°F 47mi
Boston 63.8°F 48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Bristol