What is the current water temperature in Little Cayman?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Little Cayman?

As of now, in Little Cayman, the water temperature is 29.04°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Little Cayman

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Little Cayman. 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.

84.3

°F

May 16, 06:05

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.1°F

Tomorrow:

84.3°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

18:49

Day Length:

13 h. 4 min.

Little Cayman in May

Minimum:

81.1°F

Average:

81.6°F

Maximum:

82.7°F

Sea water temperature in Little Cayman today

As of now, in Little Cayman, the water temperature is 84.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.9°F higher 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 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 84.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 82.2°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Little Cayman

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 2	81.4°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
May 3	81.8°F	82.9°F	82.7°F
May 4	82.1°F	83.1°F	82.8°F
May 5	82.5°F	83.2°F	82.9°F
May 6	82.3°F	83.6°F	82.9°F
May 7	82.7°F	83.4°F	83.1°F
May 8	82.8°F	83.6°F	83.1°F
May 9	82.8°F	83.7°F	83.1°F
May 10	82.9°F	84.0°F	83.2°F
May 11	82.8°F	83.9°F	83.1°F
May 12	82.8°F	83.9°F	83.1°F
May 13	83.4°F	84.0°F	83.2°F
May 14	83.6°F	84.0°F	83.2°F
May 15	84.1°F	84.5°F	83.6°F
May 16	84.3°F	84.8°F	83.4°F
May 17	84.3°F	84.9°F	83.5°F
May 18	84.3°F	85.1°F	83.5°F
May 19	84.5°F	85.2°F	83.6°F
May 20	84.5°F	85.1°F	83.6°F
May 21	84.6°F	85.9°F	83.8°F
May 22	84.6°F	85.8°F	83.7°F
May 23	84.6°F	85.8°F	83.7°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 Little Cayman by month

In Little Cayman, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Little Cayman was recorded on August 8, 2023, reaching a 88.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 25, 2017, dipping to 79.2°F. The average readings by season are 81.4°F in Winter, 82.0°F in Spring, 85.3°F in Summer, and 85.4°F in Autumn.