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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

74.4

°F

January 9, 14:59

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

74.2°F

Tomorrow:

74.4°F

Sunrise:

05:21

Sunset:

19:27

Day Length:

14 h. 6 min.

Scarborough in January

Minimum:

70.2°F

Average:

72.4°F

Maximum:

74.5°F

Sea water temperature in Scarborough today

As of now, in Scarborough, the water temperature is 74.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 75.0°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 71.1°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.6°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
Jan 1 72.5°F 73.2°F 72.4°F
Jan 2 73.1°F 74.5°F 72.8°F
Jan 3 73.3°F 74.2°F 72.7°F
Jan 4 74.1°F 74.2°F 72.8°F
Jan 5 74.4°F 74.2°F 72.8°F
Jan 6 74.2°F 73.9°F 72.7°F
Jan 7 74.7°F 74.2°F 73.0°F
Jan 8 74.2°F 74.5°F 73.0°F
Jan 9 74.4°F 74.5°F 73.2°F
Jan 10 74.4°F 74.5°F 73.2°F
Jan 11 74.5°F 74.5°F 73.3°F
Jan 12 74.5°F 74.9°F 73.3°F
Jan 13 74.6°F 74.6°F 73.4°F
Jan 14 74.6°F 75.0°F 73.3°F
Jan 15 74.8°F 74.9°F 73.5°F
Jan 16 74.6°F 74.6°F 73.4°F
Dec 26 73.4°F 73.3°F 73.0°F
Dec 27 72.8°F 72.7°F 72.8°F
Dec 28 72.3°F 72.8°F 72.6°F
Dec 29 72.2°F 72.6°F 72.5°F
Dec 30 72.1°F 72.4°F 72.5°F
Dec 31 72.2°F 73.0°F 72.6°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 56 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 74.5°F 5mi
Perth 75.0°F 7mi
Como 75.0°F 9mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Scarborough