What is the current water temperature in Newcastle?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Newcastle?

As of now, in Newcastle, the water temperature is 21.68°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Newcastle

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Newcastle. 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.

71.0

°F

December 22, 03:48

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.2°F

Tomorrow:

70.9°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

20:02

Day Length:

14 h. 20 min.

Newcastle in December

Minimum:

69.4°F

Average:

72.8°F

Maximum:

75.4°F

Sea water temperature in Newcastle today

As of now, in Newcastle, the water temperature is 71.0°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 0.3°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 considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 67.4°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

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 71.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 70.9°F, while the maximum might reach 72.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Newcastle

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	71.5°F	72.3°F	70.1°F
Dec 9	71.6°F	73.4°F	70.4°F
Dec 10	71.8°F	71.8°F	70.4°F
Dec 11	72.5°F	72.2°F	70.3°F
Dec 12	71.6°F	71.0°F	70.0°F
Dec 13	72.3°F	72.4°F	70.0°F
Dec 14	73.0°F	72.7°F	70.1°F
Dec 15	74.0°F	71.5°F	70.4°F
Dec 16	74.6°F	71.3°F	70.5°F
Dec 17	74.6°F	72.0°F	70.7°F
Dec 18	74.3°F	71.9°F	70.8°F
Dec 19	72.9°F	73.4°F	71.0°F
Dec 20	71.2°F	73.1°F	70.7°F
Dec 21	71.2°F	73.0°F	70.8°F
Dec 22	71.0°F	71.6°F	70.7°F
Dec 23	70.9°F	71.7°F	70.6°F
Dec 24	71.2°F	72.2°F	70.8°F
Dec 25	71.6°F	72.1°F	71.3°F
Dec 26	71.7°F	72.4°F	71.4°F
Dec 27	72.0°F	74.0°F	71.7°F
Dec 28	71.6°F	73.5°F	71.2°F
Dec 29	71.7°F	74.4°F	71.4°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 Newcastle by month

In Newcastle, the months February through March offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 60 swimming days.

The warmest water in Newcastle was recorded on February 2, 2020, reaching a 78.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 25, 2018, dipping to 60.8°F. The average readings by season are 72.5°F in Winter, 71.6°F in Spring, 65.0°F in Summer, and 66.2°F in Autumn.