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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

54.0

°F

September 12, 05:44

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

53.9°F

Tomorrow:

54.1°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 54.0°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 0.5°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 54.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 52.2°F on 2017.

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 54.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.1°F, while the maximum might reach 54.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Melbourne

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 29 52.8°F 53.9°F 52.3°F
Aug 30 52.7°F 54.0°F 52.4°F
Aug 31 52.8°F 54.0°F 52.5°F
Sep 1 52.4°F 53.8°F 52.4°F
Sep 2 52.5°F 54.0°F 52.6°F
Sep 3 52.7°F 53.3°F 52.6°F
Sep 4 52.9°F 53.3°F 52.9°F
Sep 5 52.7°F 53.4°F 53.0°F
Sep 6 52.9°F 53.4°F 53.0°F
Sep 7 53.2°F 53.4°F 53.0°F
Sep 8 53.8°F 54.0°F 53.3°F
Sep 9 53.6°F 54.1°F 53.2°F
Sep 10 53.5°F 54.1°F 53.2°F
Sep 11 53.9°F 54.3°F 53.4°F
Sep 12 54.0°F 54.7°F 53.5°F
Sep 13 54.1°F 54.6°F 53.7°F
Sep 14 54.3°F 54.5°F 53.8°F
Sep 15 54.4°F 54.4°F 54.0°F
Sep 16 54.5°F 54.6°F 54.0°F
Sep 17 54.5°F 54.6°F 54.1°F
Sep 18 54.6°F 54.5°F 54.2°F
Sep 19 54.7°F 54.6°F 54.2°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 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 69.5°F in Winter, 64.1°F in Spring, 52.8°F in Summer, and 58.4°F in Autumn.