Sea Temperature in Bristol in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Atlantic Ocean in Bristol in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Bristol. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Bristol in May

39°F

MINIMUN

46°F

AVERAGE

54°F

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Bristol

Water Temperature Chart for Atlantic Ocean in Bristol in May

Sea Temperature Table in Bristol in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	45°C	45°C	41°C	44°C
May 2	46°C	46°C	41°C	45°C
May 3	45°C	46°C	41°C	44°C
May 4	45°C	46°C	41°C	44°C
May 5	45°C	46°C	41°C	44°C
May 6	45°C	46°C	41°C	45°C
May 7	45°C	46°C	43°C	45°C
May 8	45°C	46°C	43°C	45°C
May 9	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
May 10	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
May 11	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
May 12	46°C	48°C	43°C	46°C
May 13	48°C	48°C	45°C	47°C
May 14	48°C	48°C	45°C	47°C
May 15	48°C	48°C	45°C	47°C
May 16	48°C	48°C	45°C	47°C
May 17	50°C	45°C	45°C	47°C
May 18	50°C	45°C	45°C	47°C
May 19	52°C	46°C	46°C	48°C
May 20	52°C	48°C	48°C	49°C
May 21	52°C	48°C	48°C	50°C
May 22	52°C	46°C	48°C	49°C
May 23	52°C	46°C	46°C	49°C
May 24	52°C	46°C	46°C	49°C
May 25	52°C	48°C	48°C	50°C
May 26	50°C	48°C	48°C	50°C
May 27	52°C	48°C	48°C	50°C
May 28	50°C	48°C	48°C	49°C
May 29	50°C	48°C	48°C	50°C
May 30	48°C	48°C	48°C	49°C

Bristol Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

57°F

Average Day Air Temperature

45°F

Average Night Air Temperature

2 in

Precipitation Amount per Month

13 days

Number of Rainy Days

16 hrs

Daylight
per Day

6 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

11 mph

Average Wind Speed

83%

Average
humidity

Bristol lies within the Maine in United States. The average daytime temperature in Bristol in May is 58°F (14°C), while the nighttime average is 44°F (7°C). There are typically 13 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 2.4 inches (60 mm). The daylight duration in May in Bristol is 16 hours, with an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 11 mph (18 km/h), and the humidity level is around 83%.

The water temperature in Bristol in May ranges from 43°F to 48°F (6°C to 9°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 45°F (7°C), shifting to 46°F (8°C) by mid-May and reaching 50°F (10°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Bristol for May is 46°F (8°C). The water is frigid, but with warmer air, it might be tolerable for a quick swim. Wetsuits are recommended.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Bristol

What is the sea temperature in Bristol in May?

The water temperature in the Atlantic Ocean in Bristol in May ranges from 43°F to 48°F (6°C to 9°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean in Bristol in May?

The average sea temperature in Bristol in May is 46°F (8°C), and the air temperature is 58°F (14°C), so the water is frigid, but with warmer air, it might be tolerable for a quick swim. Wetsuits are recommended.