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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.
Sea temperature in Melbourne now

56.6

°F

September 12, 20:34

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

56.4°F

Tomorrow:

56.7°F

Sunrise:

06:26

Sunset:

18:08

Day Length:

11 h. 42 min.

Melbourne in September

Minimum:

68.3°F

Average:

70.0°F

Maximum:

71.8°F

Sea water temperature in Melbourne today

As of now, in Melbourne, the water temperature is 56.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 3.0°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 rise a bit.

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 54.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 52.2°F on 2017.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest 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 57.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.7°F, while the maximum might reach 57.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Melbourne

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 29 54.7°F 52.8°F 52.7°F
Aug 30 54.5°F 52.7°F 52.8°F
Aug 31 54.6°F 52.8°F 52.8°F
Sep 1 55.1°F 52.4°F 52.8°F
Sep 2 55.1°F 52.5°F 53.0°F
Sep 3 55.5°F 52.7°F 53.0°F
Sep 4 55.2°F 52.9°F 53.2°F
Sep 5 55.3°F 52.7°F 53.3°F
Sep 6 55.7°F 52.9°F 53.3°F
Sep 7 55.9°F 53.2°F 53.4°F
Sep 8 55.7°F 53.8°F 53.6°F
Sep 9 55.7°F 53.6°F 53.6°F
Sep 10 56.1°F 53.5°F 53.6°F
Sep 11 56.4°F 53.9°F 53.8°F
Sep 12 56.6°F 53.9°F 53.6°F
Sep 13 56.7°F 53.9°F 53.7°F
Sep 14 56.9°F 54.9°F 53.9°F
Sep 15 57.0°F 55.0°F 54.1°F
Sep 16 57.2°F 55.0°F 54.2°F
Sep 17 57.2°F 55.1°F 54.2°F
Sep 18 57.3°F 54.8°F 54.3°F
Sep 19 57.3°F 55.0°F 54.3°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 July 26, 2018, dipping to 49.9°F. The average readings by season are 69.4°F in Winter, 64.3°F in Spring, 53.0°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.