What is the current water temperature in Cartagena?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Cartagena?

As of now, in Cartagena, the water temperature is 31.15°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 Cartagena

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cartagena. 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.

88.1

°F

August 29, 14:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

87.2°F

Tomorrow:

88.2°F

Sunrise:

05:53

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

12 h. 20 min.

Cartagena in September

Minimum:

80.4°F

Average:

83.0°F

Maximum:

85.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cartagena today

As of now, in Cartagena, the water temperature is 88.1°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 2.5°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 83.9°F on 2015.

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 88.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cartagena

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 15	85.4°F	87.3°F	85.7°F
Aug 16	84.9°F	86.8°F	85.7°F
Aug 17	84.9°F	87.1°F	85.7°F
Aug 18	85.0°F	86.7°F	85.6°F
Aug 19	84.8°F	86.7°F	85.5°F
Aug 20	84.7°F	87.8°F	85.6°F
Aug 21	85.2°F	87.3°F	85.5°F
Aug 22	85.3°F	86.3°F	85.5°F
Aug 23	85.0°F	86.4°F	85.4°F
Aug 24	85.0°F	86.8°F	85.4°F
Aug 25	85.5°F	86.5°F	85.3°F
Aug 26	86.3°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Aug 27	86.0°F	86.2°F	85.2°F
Aug 28	87.2°F	86.4°F	85.4°F
Aug 29	88.1°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Aug 30	88.2°F	86.9°F	85.7°F
Aug 31	88.1°F	86.3°F	85.6°F
Sep 1	88.1°F	86.5°F	85.6°F
Sep 2	88.1°F	86.6°F	85.6°F
Sep 3	88.1°F	86.6°F	85.6°F
Sep 4	88.3°F	86.6°F	85.7°F
Sep 5	88.3°F	86.5°F	85.8°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 Cartagena by month

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

The warmest water in Cartagena was recorded on September 16, 2024, reaching a 88.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 10, 2015, dipping to 79.6°F. The average readings by season are 83.1°F in Winter, 83.1°F in Spring, 85.4°F in Summer, and 85.5°F in Autumn.