What is the current water temperature in Halifax?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Halifax?

As of now, in Halifax, the water temperature is 19.86°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 Halifax

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Halifax. 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.

67.7

°F

August 25, 01:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

67.7°F

Tomorrow:

67.8°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

20:04

Day Length:

13 h. 36 min.

Halifax in September

Minimum:

36.3°F

Average:

38.5°F

Maximum:

41.4°F

Sea water temperature in Halifax today

As of now, in Halifax, the water temperature is 67.7°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 3.0°F higher 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 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 68.2°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 62.1°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 67.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Halifax

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 11	67.6°F	61.8°F	63.5°F
Aug 12	66.8°F	63.1°F	63.2°F
Aug 13	67.3°F	66.2°F	63.2°F
Aug 14	72.0°F	64.9°F	63.6°F
Aug 15	66.2°F	66.8°F	63.8°F
Aug 16	61.9°F	66.3°F	63.1°F
Aug 17	60.6°F	66.8°F	63.3°F
Aug 18	62.4°F	67.4°F	63.2°F
Aug 19	60.6°F	66.5°F	63.2°F
Aug 20	63.8°F	66.3°F	63.7°F
Aug 21	64.3°F	65.5°F	64.0°F
Aug 22	63.2°F	65.4°F	63.7°F
Aug 23	65.9°F	64.4°F	64.3°F
Aug 24	67.7°F	64.5°F	64.7°F
Aug 25	67.7°F	65.7°F	64.8°F
Aug 26	67.8°F	65.2°F	64.8°F
Aug 27	67.9°F	65.9°F	64.9°F
Aug 28	67.5°F	65.6°F	64.5°F
Aug 29	67.4°F	65.5°F	64.4°F
Aug 30	67.2°F	65.4°F	64.3°F
Aug 31	67.1°F	64.9°F	64.1°F
Sep 1	67.2°F	65.3°F	64.2°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 Halifax by month

In an average year, Halifax offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Halifax was recorded on August 14, 2026, reaching a 72.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2019, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 38.2°F in Winter, 38.8°F in Spring, 58.2°F in Summer, and 56.6°F in Autumn.