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Water temperature in Cambridge

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

60.9

°F

December 16, 08:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.8°F

Tomorrow:

61.1°F

Sunrise:

05:26

Sunset:

20:45

Day Length:

15 h. 19 min.

Cambridge in December

Minimum:

64.3°F

Average:

66.1°F

Maximum:

68.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cambridge today

As of now, in Cambridge, the water temperature is 60.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.3°F lower 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 64.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 58.9°F on 2022.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 61.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cambridge

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 2 58.5°F 63.4°F 61.1°F
Dec 3 59.4°F 62.5°F 61.3°F
Dec 4 59.5°F 63.3°F 61.4°F
Dec 5 59.6°F 63.4°F 61.1°F
Dec 6 59.6°F 64.3°F 61.2°F
Dec 7 60.5°F 64.0°F 61.2°F
Dec 8 60.4°F 64.7°F 61.1°F
Dec 9 59.4°F 63.8°F 61.3°F
Dec 10 59.5°F 63.6°F 61.1°F
Dec 11 59.3°F 63.2°F 61.1°F
Dec 12 60.4°F 63.0°F 61.3°F
Dec 13 61.5°F 62.5°F 61.8°F
Dec 14 62.4°F 62.1°F 62.1°F
Dec 15 60.8°F 60.8°F 62.1°F
Dec 16 60.9°F 63.0°F 62.2°F
Dec 17 61.1°F 63.0°F 62.4°F
Dec 18 61.1°F 64.3°F 62.4°F
Dec 19 61.4°F 64.0°F 62.7°F
Dec 20 61.1°F 63.8°F 62.4°F
Dec 21 61.2°F 64.2°F 62.5°F
Dec 22 61.2°F 64.6°F 62.5°F
Dec 23 61.4°F 64.4°F 62.7°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 Cambridge by month

In an average year, Cambridge offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Cambridge was recorded on January 29, 2018, reaching a 71.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 9, 2015, dipping to 45.5°F. The average readings by season are 64.5°F in Winter, 59.8°F in Spring, 51.2°F in Summer, and 55.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Hobart 60.0°F 7mi
Kingston 59.6°F 12mi
Brighton 59.0°F 14mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cambridge