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Water temperature in Scarborough

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

68.9

°F

April 30, 05:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

69.1°F

Tomorrow:

69.0°F

Sunrise:

06:48

Sunset:

17:41

Day Length:

10 h. 53 min.

Scarborough in May

Minimum:

70.8°F

Average:

72.8°F

Maximum:

75.0°F

Sea water temperature in Scarborough today

As of now, in Scarborough, the water temperature is 68.9°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 0.7°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.9°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 68.4°F on 2019.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 68.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Scarborough

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 16 70.0°F 73.3°F 70.8°F
Apr 17 69.9°F 73.2°F 70.8°F
Apr 18 70.2°F 73.1°F 70.9°F
Apr 19 69.9°F 72.6°F 70.7°F
Apr 20 69.8°F 72.2°F 70.5°F
Apr 21 70.1°F 72.1°F 70.4°F
Apr 22 69.1°F 73.0°F 70.4°F
Apr 23 69.4°F 73.3°F 70.5°F
Apr 24 69.0°F 72.4°F 70.5°F
Apr 25 69.0°F 71.2°F 70.2°F
Apr 26 68.5°F 71.5°F 70.2°F
Apr 27 68.6°F 71.2°F 70.1°F
Apr 28 69.1°F 70.9°F 70.0°F
Apr 29 69.1°F 70.2°F 69.8°F
Apr 30 68.9°F 70.0°F 69.6°F
May 1 69.0°F 71.3°F 69.7°F
May 2 68.8°F 71.3°F 69.5°F
May 3 68.6°F 71.2°F 69.4°F
May 4 68.6°F 70.8°F 69.3°F
May 5 68.5°F 70.9°F 69.2°F
May 6 68.6°F 70.9°F 69.3°F
May 7 68.4°F 70.5°F 69.2°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 Scarborough by month

In Scarborough, the months January through February offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 54 swimming days.
The warmest water in Scarborough was recorded on February 8, 2025, reaching a 77.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 11, 2025, dipping to 61.1°F. The average readings by season are 72.8°F in Winter, 71.0°F in Spring, 65.5°F in Summer, and 65.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Sorrento 69.0°F 5mi
Perth 68.1°F 7mi
Como 68.1°F 9mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Scarborough