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 29.05°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.

84.3

°F

April 25, 02:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.3°F

Tomorrow:

84.4°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

12 h. 26 min.

Cartagena in May

Minimum:

81.8°F

Average:

83.6°F

Maximum:

84.7°F

Sea water temperature in Cartagena today

As of now, in Cartagena, 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 1.2°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 81.4°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.6°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
Apr 11	83.8°F	85.5°F	82.7°F
Apr 12	83.7°F	85.0°F	82.7°F
Apr 13	86.0°F	85.2°F	83.1°F
Apr 14	85.2°F	84.6°F	82.8°F
Apr 15	85.7°F	84.5°F	82.9°F
Apr 16	84.7°F	84.3°F	82.8°F
Apr 17	84.8°F	83.6°F	82.9°F
Apr 18	82.9°F	82.7°F	82.7°F
Apr 19	84.2°F	83.7°F	82.9°F
Apr 20	84.9°F	83.0°F	82.9°F
Apr 21	84.1°F	82.9°F	82.6°F
Apr 22	83.9°F	83.8°F	83.1°F
Apr 23	83.7°F	84.1°F	83.2°F
Apr 24	84.3°F	83.9°F	83.2°F
Apr 25	84.3°F	84.1°F	83.1°F
Apr 26	84.4°F	83.7°F	83.2°F
Apr 27	84.3°F	83.5°F	83.2°F
Apr 28	84.5°F	83.1°F	83.3°F
Apr 29	84.5°F	83.0°F	83.3°F
Apr 30	84.6°F	85.1°F	83.5°F
May 1	84.8°F	85.0°F	83.7°F
May 2	85.0°F	85.1°F	83.8°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, 83.0°F in Spring, 85.4°F in Summer, and 85.5°F in Autumn.