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 17.28°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

63.1

°F

August 4, 13:35

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.3°F

Tomorrow:

63.3°F

Sunrise:

06:04

Sunset:

20:36

Day Length:

14 h. 32 min.

Halifax in August

Minimum:

36.4°F

Average:

38.6°F

Maximum:

40.4°F

Sea water temperature in Halifax today

As of now, in Halifax, the water temperature is 63.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 64.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 58.7°F on 2025.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.3°F, while the maximum might reach 64.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Halifax

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 21	63.1°F	62.5°F	61.8°F
Jul 22	58.6°F	59.6°F	61.4°F
Jul 23	55.9°F	57.7°F	61.3°F
Jul 24	56.5°F	59.7°F	61.6°F
Jul 25	57.1°F	57.0°F	61.9°F
Jul 26	54.7°F	59.4°F	62.3°F
Jul 27	56.9°F	57.4°F	62.5°F
Jul 28	59.8°F	56.9°F	62.4°F
Jul 29	62.5°F	55.8°F	62.5°F
Jul 30	62.8°F	54.2°F	62.9°F
Jul 31	59.9°F	59.4°F	63.0°F
Aug 1	61.6°F	60.0°F	62.8°F
Aug 2	64.5°F	58.2°F	62.7°F
Aug 3	61.3°F	58.5°F	62.3°F
Aug 4	63.1°F	58.7°F	62.1°F
Aug 5	63.3°F	59.5°F	62.3°F
Aug 6	64.0°F	60.6°F	63.0°F
Aug 7	63.8°F	60.4°F	62.8°F
Aug 8	64.0°F	61.6°F	63.0°F
Aug 9	63.6°F	61.3°F	62.6°F
Aug 10	63.8°F	61.4°F	62.8°F
Aug 11	63.9°F	61.6°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 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 July 26, 2023, reaching a 70.6°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.