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Water temperature in Sozopol

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

60.4

°F

May 16, 05:42

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

59.9°F

Tomorrow:

60.8°F

Sunrise:

05:46

Sunset:

20:26

Day Length:

14 h. 40 min.

Sozopol in May

Minimum:

43.9°F

Average:

47.5°F

Maximum:

50.4°F

Sea water temperature in Sozopol today

As of now, in Sozopol, the water temperature is 60.4°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 0.8°F lower 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 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 65.0°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 57.1°F on 2023.

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 61.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 60.8°F, while the maximum might reach 62.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Sozopol

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 2 58.2°F 53.8°F 56.0°F
May 3 57.4°F 55.2°F 56.3°F
May 4 57.6°F 55.7°F 56.9°F
May 5 57.9°F 54.8°F 57.5°F
May 6 57.7°F 55.8°F 57.9°F
May 7 58.4°F 56.2°F 58.2°F
May 8 59.7°F 56.6°F 58.7°F
May 9 59.5°F 56.7°F 58.6°F
May 10 59.3°F 56.9°F 58.8°F
May 11 59.4°F 56.5°F 58.9°F
May 12 59.7°F 57.1°F 59.2°F
May 13 60.2°F 56.4°F 59.7°F
May 14 60.7°F 57.0°F 60.2°F
May 15 59.9°F 57.5°F 60.7°F
May 16 60.4°F 57.1°F 61.2°F
May 17 60.8°F 57.9°F 61.6°F
May 18 60.9°F 58.5°F 61.8°F
May 19 61.2°F 59.1°F 62.1°F
May 20 61.5°F 59.3°F 62.3°F
May 21 61.8°F 59.8°F 62.7°F
May 22 62.1°F 60.4°F 62.9°F
May 23 62.1°F 60.5°F 62.9°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 Sozopol by month

In Sozopol, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 90 swimming days.
The warmest water in Sozopol was recorded on August 15, 2014, reaching a 81.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2017, dipping to 39.2°F. The average readings by season are 47.0°F in Winter, 52.3°F in Spring, 75.3°F in Summer, and 66.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Burgas 61.1°F 13mi
Sarafovo 60.8°F 13mi
Ravda 59.9°F 15mi
Nesebar 59.8°F 17mi
Tsarevo 59.9°F 19mi
Ahtopol 59.2°F 25mi
Byala 59.6°F 33mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Sozopol