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 16.15°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.

61.1

°F

July 14, 10:32

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.0°F

Tomorrow:

61.2°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

20:58

Day Length:

15 h. 16 min.

Halifax in July

Minimum:

35.7°F

Average:

38.7°F

Maximum:

40.9°F

Sea water temperature in Halifax today

As of now, in Halifax, the water temperature is 61.1°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 1.8°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 64.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 55.9°F on 2018.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 62.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 61.2°F, while the maximum might reach 63.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Halifax

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 30	60.6°F	52.2°F	55.5°F
Jul 1	59.3°F	53.4°F	55.7°F
Jul 2	59.8°F	56.7°F	56.1°F
Jul 3	59.5°F	56.2°F	56.4°F
Jul 4	59.6°F	58.7°F	56.4°F
Jul 5	62.6°F	58.7°F	57.1°F
Jul 6	60.1°F	58.5°F	56.9°F
Jul 7	57.0°F	59.9°F	57.4°F
Jul 8	57.3°F	59.0°F	57.8°F
Jul 9	59.1°F	58.6°F	57.9°F
Jul 10	59.3°F	58.3°F	57.9°F
Jul 11	61.7°F	58.5°F	58.2°F
Jul 12	59.2°F	58.2°F	58.0°F
Jul 13	61.0°F	58.4°F	58.6°F
Jul 14	61.1°F	58.4°F	59.2°F
Jul 15	61.2°F	58.3°F	59.3°F
Jul 16	61.7°F	61.4°F	59.9°F
Jul 17	62.2°F	63.2°F	60.4°F
Jul 18	62.6°F	64.3°F	60.8°F
Jul 19	63.2°F	65.9°F	61.4°F
Jul 20	63.6°F	63.0°F	61.8°F
Jul 21	63.5°F	62.5°F	61.7°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.