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Water temperature in Bath

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bath. 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.
Water temperature in Bath now

49.5

°F

May 21, 04:12

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

51.2°F

Tomorrow:

49.7°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

20:33

Day Length:

14 h. 58 min.

Bath in May

Minimum:

35.2°F

Average:

38.0°F

Maximum:

40.0°F

Water temperature in Bath today

As of now, in Bath, the water temperature is 49.5°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 0.6°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water 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 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 59.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 45.5°F on 2018.

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 51.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 49.7°F, while the maximum might reach 51.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Bath

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 7 44.9°F 45.4°F 44.7°F
May 8 44.6°F 44.3°F 45.3°F
May 9 45.7°F 44.7°F 45.7°F
May 10 45.9°F 45.2°F 46.2°F
May 11 46.3°F 45.2°F 46.1°F
May 12 45.6°F 45.4°F 46.4°F
May 13 45.3°F 48.4°F 46.4°F
May 14 44.5°F 47.5°F 46.8°F
May 15 45.1°F 47.1°F 47.5°F
May 16 45.9°F 47.2°F 47.6°F
May 17 46.6°F 47.9°F 48.2°F
May 18 47.9°F 47.0°F 48.6°F
May 19 47.7°F 47.4°F 49.4°F
May 20 51.2°F 47.8°F 49.9°F
May 21 49.5°F 49.4°F 50.0°F
May 22 49.7°F 49.6°F 50.3°F
May 23 50.4°F 49.7°F 51.0°F
May 24 50.8°F 49.9°F 51.4°F
May 25 51.6°F 50.2°F 52.1°F
May 26 51.8°F 50.0°F 52.3°F
May 27 51.6°F 49.5°F 52.2°F
May 28 51.8°F 51.4°F 52.4°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.

In Bath, August is the only month that offers comfortable swimming conditions. The amount of days when the water is warm enough is only 24.
The warmest water in Bath was recorded on July 11, 2020, reaching a 77.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 24, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.9°F in Winter, 40.0°F in Spring, 68.3°F in Summer, and 60.5°F in Autumn.