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 22.62°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.

72.7

°F

October 18, 10:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.5°F

Tomorrow:

72.7°F

Sunrise:

05:10

Sunset:

17:57

Day Length:

12 h. 47 min.

Brighton in October

Minimum:

77.9°F

Average:

80.2°F

Maximum:

82.4°F

Sea water temperature in Brighton today

As of now, in Brighton, the water temperature is 72.7°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 0.5°F lower 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

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 75.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 71.6°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 73.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 72.7°F, while the maximum might reach 73.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Brighton

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 4	71.4°F	74.4°F	71.1°F
Oct 5	71.7°F	73.9°F	71.2°F
Oct 6	72.0°F	74.2°F	71.3°F
Oct 7	72.6°F	74.9°F	71.9°F
Oct 8	72.1°F	74.8°F	72.0°F
Oct 9	73.1°F	74.5°F	72.4°F
Oct 10	72.6°F	74.6°F	72.4°F
Oct 11	73.0°F	75.5°F	72.7°F
Oct 12	73.7°F	75.6°F	72.7°F
Oct 13	74.3°F	75.3°F	72.8°F
Oct 14	74.4°F	75.3°F	72.8°F
Oct 15	73.9°F	74.2°F	72.7°F
Oct 16	73.4°F	76.0°F	72.9°F
Oct 17	72.5°F	75.7°F	73.0°F
Oct 18	72.7°F	75.8°F	73.2°F
Oct 19	72.7°F	76.0°F	73.1°F
Oct 20	73.0°F	76.2°F	73.4°F
Oct 21	73.0°F	76.3°F	73.5°F
Oct 22	73.1°F	76.4°F	73.5°F
Oct 23	73.2°F	76.8°F	73.7°F
Oct 24	73.5°F	78.2°F	74.0°F
Oct 25	73.7°F	77.3°F	74.2°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 191 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 24, 2024, dipping to 59.7°F. The average readings by season are 80.3°F in Winter, 75.0°F in Spring, 64.9°F in Summer, and 72.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scarborough	72.6°F	7mi
Hamilton	72.9°F	10mi
Brisbane	72.9°F	12mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Brighton