What is the current water temperature in Melbourne?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Melbourne?

As of now, in Melbourne, the water temperature is 18.34°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

65.0

°F

December 17, 14:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

64.9°F

Tomorrow:

65.3°F

Sunrise:

05:53

Sunset:

20:39

Day Length:

14 h. 46 min.

Melbourne in December

Minimum:

69.3°F

Average:

70.9°F

Maximum:

72.4°F

Sea water temperature in Melbourne today

As of now, in Melbourne, the water temperature is 65.0°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 1.9°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 71.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 62.5°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 65.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 65.3°F, while the maximum might reach 66.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Melbourne

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 3	62.9°F	68.7°F	65.3°F
Dec 4	63.9°F	68.9°F	65.4°F
Dec 5	63.9°F	69.1°F	65.5°F
Dec 6	63.9°F	70.0°F	65.8°F
Dec 7	63.1°F	70.4°F	65.8°F
Dec 8	63.2°F	70.3°F	65.9°F
Dec 9	63.4°F	70.0°F	65.7°F
Dec 10	64.4°F	69.9°F	65.7°F
Dec 11	64.3°F	69.7°F	65.7°F
Dec 12	64.2°F	69.4°F	65.7°F
Dec 13	65.2°F	69.5°F	66.0°F
Dec 14	65.3°F	70.1°F	66.3°F
Dec 15	65.4°F	70.3°F	66.5°F
Dec 16	64.9°F	71.5°F	66.8°F
Dec 17	65.0°F	71.2°F	66.9°F
Dec 18	65.3°F	71.0°F	67.2°F
Dec 19	65.4°F	70.9°F	67.4°F
Dec 20	65.8°F	71.2°F	67.7°F
Dec 21	65.7°F	70.2°F	67.6°F
Dec 22	65.7°F	70.1°F	67.6°F
Dec 23	65.8°F	70.1°F	67.7°F
Dec 24	66.0°F	69.8°F	67.9°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 69.4°F in Winter, 64.1°F in Spring, 52.8°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.