What is the current water temperature in Brighton?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Brighton?

As of now, in Brighton, the water temperature is 22.51°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 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.

72.5

°F

May 9, 14:35

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.4°F

Sunrise:

06:18

Sunset:

17:11

Day Length:

10 h. 53 min.

Brighton in May

Minimum:

77.0°F

Average:

80.1°F

Maximum:

81.9°F

Sea water temperature in Brighton today

As of now, in Brighton, the water temperature is 72.5°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 fall 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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.4°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 68.6°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Brighton

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	74.4°F	71.9°F	73.9°F
Apr 26	74.0°F	71.5°F	73.7°F
Apr 27	74.2°F	71.6°F	73.7°F
Apr 28	73.8°F	71.0°F	73.4°F
Apr 29	73.5°F	70.9°F	73.3°F
Apr 30	73.2°F	71.0°F	73.1°F
May 1	73.5°F	71.2°F	73.1°F
May 2	73.4°F	71.0°F	73.0°F
May 3	73.5°F	71.1°F	72.7°F
May 4	73.4°F	70.1°F	72.4°F
May 5	73.4°F	70.5°F	72.4°F
May 6	72.9°F	69.7°F	72.0°F
May 7	72.1°F	70.2°F	71.8°F
May 8	72.7°F	69.2°F	71.6°F
May 9	72.5°F	68.6°F	71.4°F
May 10	72.4°F	67.3°F	71.3°F
May 11	72.3°F	67.8°F	71.2°F
May 12	71.8°F	66.9°F	70.7°F
May 13	71.8°F	67.2°F	70.7°F
May 14	71.6°F	67.2°F	70.5°F
May 15	71.3°F	67.6°F	70.2°F
May 16	71.1°F	68.0°F	70.0°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 Brighton, the months November through April offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 187 swimming days.

The warmest water in Brighton was recorded on February 8, 2024, reaching a 83.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 15, 2022, dipping to 59.8°F. The average readings by season are 80.0°F in Winter, 75.0°F in Spring, 65.8°F in Summer, and 72.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scarborough	72.4°F	7mi
Hamilton	72.4°F	10mi
Brisbane	72.4°F	12mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brighton