All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

Water temperature in Melbourne

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

67.4

°F

December 2, 05:03

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.6°F

Tomorrow:

67.4°F

Sunrise:

05:52

Sunset:

20:28

Day Length:

14 h. 36 min.

Melbourne in December

Minimum:

67.7°F

Average:

70.5°F

Maximum:

72.4°F

Sea water temperature in Melbourne today

As of now, in Melbourne, the water temperature is 67.4°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 2.1°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 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 68.8°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 62.3°F on 2022.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 67.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Melbourne

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 18 64.6°F 63.6°F 62.9°F
Nov 19 64.9°F 64.0°F 63.2°F
Nov 20 64.7°F 63.9°F 63.6°F
Nov 21 64.7°F 64.5°F 63.7°F
Nov 22 65.1°F 64.5°F 63.8°F
Nov 23 65.0°F 64.5°F 64.0°F
Nov 24 64.9°F 64.4°F 64.0°F
Nov 25 64.8°F 65.3°F 64.3°F
Nov 26 64.7°F 65.6°F 64.2°F
Nov 27 64.7°F 65.7°F 64.2°F
Nov 28 65.6°F 65.6°F 64.2°F
Nov 29 66.5°F 65.4°F 64.6°F
Nov 30 66.3°F 65.3°F 64.9°F
Dec 1 67.6°F 65.5°F 65.5°F
Dec 2 67.4°F 65.5°F 65.3°F
Dec 3 67.4°F 65.6°F 65.3°F
Dec 4 67.4°F 65.5°F 65.4°F
Dec 5 67.5°F 66.0°F 65.4°F
Dec 6 67.8°F 66.0°F 65.7°F
Dec 7 67.8°F 66.1°F 65.7°F
Dec 8 67.9°F 66.1°F 65.8°F
Dec 9 67.7°F 66.1°F 65.6°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 Melbourne by month

In an average year, Melbourne offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Melbourne was recorded on January 28, 2022, reaching a 76.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 9, 2015, dipping to 49.6°F. The average readings by season are 69.3°F in Winter, 64.0°F in Spring, 52.8°F in Summer, and 58.4°F in Autumn.