What is the current water temperature in Sorrento?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sorrento?

As of now, in Sorrento, the water temperature is 19.98°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 Sorrento

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sorrento. 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.

68.0

°F

May 8, 18:06

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.3°F

Tomorrow:

67.9°F

Sunrise:

06:53

Sunset:

17:34

Day Length:

10 h. 41 min.

Sorrento in May

Minimum:

70.7°F

Average:

72.7°F

Maximum:

75.0°F

Sea water temperature in Sorrento today

As of now, in Sorrento, the water temperature is 68.0°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 1.2°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 70.7°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 67.1°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

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 67.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Sorrento

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 24	69.2°F	72.4°F	70.5°F
Apr 25	69.1°F	71.0°F	70.3°F
Apr 26	68.6°F	71.5°F	70.2°F
Apr 27	68.8°F	71.3°F	70.1°F
Apr 28	69.2°F	71.1°F	70.1°F
Apr 29	69.2°F	70.4°F	69.8°F
Apr 30	69.0°F	70.2°F	69.7°F
May 1	69.2°F	71.1°F	69.7°F
May 2	68.4°F	71.3°F	69.5°F
May 3	67.9°F	71.1°F	69.3°F
May 4	67.7°F	70.8°F	69.2°F
May 5	68.0°F	71.0°F	69.2°F
May 6	68.7°F	71.0°F	69.3°F
May 7	68.3°F	70.6°F	69.1°F
May 8	68.0°F	70.4°F	69.1°F
May 9	67.9°F	70.7°F	69.1°F
May 10	67.5°F	70.2°F	68.6°F
May 11	67.6°F	70.3°F	68.8°F
May 12	67.5°F	70.2°F	68.6°F
May 13	67.9°F	71.4°F	69.1°F
May 14	67.7°F	71.0°F	68.9°F
May 15	67.8°F	70.7°F	69.0°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 Sorrento by month

In Sorrento, February is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 50.

The warmest water in Sorrento 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 72.7°F in Winter, 71.0°F in Spring, 65.6°F in Summer, and 65.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Scarborough	68.4°F	5mi
Perth	65.8°F	11mi
Como	65.8°F	13mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Sorrento