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Water temperature in Brighton

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Brighton. 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 Brighton now

55.2

°F

October 4, 19:47

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

54.8°F

Tomorrow:

55.3°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

19:20

Day Length:

12 h. 40 min.

Brighton in October

Minimum:

62.3°F

Average:

63.9°F

Maximum:

65.6°F

Sea water temperature in Brighton today

As of now, in Brighton, the water temperature is 55.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 2.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 53.7°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 51.6°F on 2024.

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 55.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Brighton

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 20 53.9°F 51.3°F 52.5°F
Sep 21 53.9°F 51.5°F 52.6°F
Sep 22 54.0°F 51.7°F 52.6°F
Sep 23 53.7°F 52.0°F 52.7°F
Sep 24 53.9°F 52.0°F 52.9°F
Sep 25 55.0°F 51.8°F 53.0°F
Sep 26 55.1°F 52.0°F 53.1°F
Sep 27 55.4°F 52.1°F 53.2°F
Sep 28 55.1°F 52.3°F 53.3°F
Sep 29 54.7°F 52.4°F 53.2°F
Sep 30 54.9°F 52.3°F 53.1°F
Oct 1 55.3°F 52.5°F 53.3°F
Oct 2 54.8°F 52.7°F 53.3°F
Oct 3 54.8°F 52.8°F 53.2°F
Oct 4 55.2°F 52.9°F 53.1°F
Oct 5 55.3°F 53.1°F 53.2°F
Oct 6 55.4°F 53.2°F 53.3°F
Oct 7 55.6°F 53.2°F 53.5°F
Oct 8 55.7°F 53.1°F 53.5°F
Oct 9 55.6°F 52.3°F 53.5°F
Oct 10 55.5°F 52.4°F 53.4°F
Oct 11 55.6°F 52.5°F 53.5°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 Brighton by month

In an average year, Brighton offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Brighton was recorded on January 29, 2018, reaching a 70.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 18, 2026, dipping to 45.7°F. The average readings by season are 63.3°F in Winter, 59.8°F in Spring, 52.4°F in Summer, and 54.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Hobart 55.5°F 13mi
Cambridge 55.5°F 14mi
Kingston 55.3°F 19mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brighton