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 21.74°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.

71.1

°F

December 8, 15:59

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.2°F

Tomorrow:

71.1°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

20:21

Day Length:

14 h. 26 min.

Adelaide in December

Minimum:

69.4°F

Average:

71.1°F

Maximum:

72.5°F

Sea water temperature in Adelaide today

As of now, in Adelaide, the water temperature is 71.1°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 4.0°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 stay about the same.

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 69.7°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 65.7°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 71.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Adelaide

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 24	67.4°F	65.1°F	65.4°F
Nov 25	67.3°F	65.2°F	65.6°F
Nov 26	68.2°F	65.2°F	65.8°F
Nov 27	68.2°F	65.2°F	65.8°F
Nov 28	68.2°F	65.4°F	65.9°F
Nov 29	69.0°F	65.1°F	66.1°F
Nov 30	69.0°F	64.7°F	66.4°F
Dec 1	68.7°F	64.9°F	66.5°F
Dec 2	69.8°F	65.1°F	66.5°F
Dec 3	70.3°F	65.4°F	66.7°F
Dec 4	70.6°F	66.3°F	66.8°F
Dec 5	71.1°F	67.0°F	67.1°F
Dec 6	70.5°F	67.9°F	67.3°F
Dec 7	71.2°F	67.7°F	67.2°F
Dec 8	71.1°F	67.8°F	67.2°F
Dec 9	71.1°F	67.9°F	67.1°F
Dec 10	71.0°F	67.9°F	67.1°F
Dec 11	71.1°F	68.0°F	67.2°F
Dec 12	71.2°F	68.1°F	67.2°F
Dec 13	71.5°F	68.2°F	67.6°F
Dec 14	71.5°F	68.1°F	67.6°F
Dec 15	71.5°F	67.4°F	67.5°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 70.5°F in Winter, 67.1°F in Spring, 56.6°F in Summer, and 60.8°F in Autumn.