What is the current water temperature in Mar del Plata?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Mar del Plata?

As of now, in Mar del Plata, the water temperature is 19.81°C. 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 Mar del Plata

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mar del Plata. 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.

67.7

°F

January 8, 07:08

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.7°F

Tomorrow:

67.9°F

Sunrise:

05:37

Sunset:

20:16

Day Length:

14 h. 39 min.

Mar del Plata in January

Minimum:

65.0°F

Average:

67.4°F

Maximum:

69.9°F

Sea water temperature in Mar del Plata today

As of now, in Mar del Plata, the water temperature is 67.7°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 about the same as 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 69.2°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 66.3°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 68.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 67.9°F, while the maximum might reach 69.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Mar del Plata

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	69.8°F	65.8°F	67.4°F
Jan 2	68.8°F	65.5°F	67.1°F
Jan 3	68.4°F	65.8°F	67.3°F
Jan 4	68.3°F	65.7°F	67.6°F
Jan 5	67.5°F	65.9°F	67.7°F
Jan 6	67.9°F	64.9°F	67.6°F
Jan 7	67.7°F	65.2°F	67.6°F
Jan 8	67.7°F	66.3°F	67.7°F
Jan 9	67.9°F	67.5°F	67.9°F
Jan 10	68.1°F	68.2°F	68.1°F
Jan 11	68.4°F	68.8°F	68.4°F
Jan 12	68.4°F	68.9°F	68.4°F
Jan 13	68.5°F	69.1°F	68.5°F
Jan 14	68.7°F	69.5°F	68.7°F
Jan 15	69.0°F	70.4°F	69.0°F
Dec 25	67.7°F	63.3°F	66.3°F
Dec 26	67.8°F	63.3°F	66.2°F
Dec 27	68.0°F	63.2°F	66.2°F
Dec 28	67.6°F	63.2°F	66.4°F
Dec 29	67.9°F	63.7°F	66.5°F
Dec 30	68.3°F	64.2°F	67.0°F
Dec 31	70.1°F	66.1°F	67.4°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 Mar del Plata by month

In an average year, Mar del Plata offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Mar del Plata was recorded on March 1, 2017, reaching a 75.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 18, 2024, dipping to 48.5°F. The average readings by season are 67.9°F in Winter, 64.6°F in Spring, 52.3°F in Summer, and 56.3°F in Autumn.