What is the current water temperature in Adelaide?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Adelaide?

As of now, in Adelaide, the water temperature is 20.41°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 Adelaide

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Adelaide. 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.

68.7

°F

December 15, 08:44

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

68.8°F

Tomorrow:

68.9°F

Sunrise:

05:56

Sunset:

20:25

Day Length:

14 h. 29 min.

Adelaide in December

Minimum:

69.9°F

Average:

71.3°F

Maximum:

72.5°F

Sea water temperature in Adelaide today

As of now, in Adelaide, the water temperature is 68.7°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 1.1°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 65.0°F on 2022.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 69.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 68.9°F, while the maximum might reach 70.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Adelaide

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 1	65.3°F	68.7°F	66.2°F
Dec 2	65.0°F	69.8°F	66.2°F
Dec 3	64.5°F	70.3°F	66.3°F
Dec 4	66.2°F	70.6°F	66.6°F
Dec 5	66.6°F	71.1°F	66.9°F
Dec 6	67.3°F	70.5°F	67.2°F
Dec 7	67.0°F	71.2°F	67.5°F
Dec 8	66.8°F	72.2°F	67.5°F
Dec 9	67.4°F	72.1°F	67.5°F
Dec 10	67.9°F	71.9°F	67.4°F
Dec 11	68.2°F	70.8°F	67.5°F
Dec 12	68.8°F	70.2°F	67.5°F
Dec 13	68.9°F	70.3°F	67.8°F
Dec 14	68.8°F	70.7°F	67.7°F
Dec 15	68.7°F	70.9°F	67.6°F
Dec 16	68.9°F	71.2°F	67.8°F
Dec 17	69.2°F	71.5°F	68.1°F
Dec 18	69.5°F	71.6°F	68.3°F
Dec 19	69.9°F	71.5°F	68.8°F
Dec 20	70.1°F	72.0°F	68.9°F
Dec 21	69.9°F	71.5°F	68.8°F
Dec 22	69.9°F	71.0°F	68.8°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 Adelaide by month

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

The warmest water in Adelaide was recorded on March 3, 2019, reaching a 76.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2015, dipping to 53.5°F. The average readings by season are 70.6°F in Winter, 67.2°F in Spring, 56.6°F in Summer, and 60.8°F in Autumn.