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Water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville. 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.

50.9

°F

April 19, 13:49

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.8°F

Tomorrow:

51.0°F

Sunrise:

07:07

Sunset:

21:05

Day Length:

13 h. 58 min.

Cherbourg-Octeville in April

Minimum:

51.0°F

Average:

51.7°F

Maximum:

53.5°F

Sea water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville today

As of now, in Cherbourg-Octeville, the water temperature is 50.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.6°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 51.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 48.0°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 51.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.0°F, while the maximum might reach 51.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 5	49.9°F	50.7°F	49.1°F
Apr 6	50.0°F	51.0°F	49.2°F
Apr 7	50.2°F	51.2°F	49.3°F
Apr 8	50.1°F	51.4°F	49.4°F
Apr 9	50.0°F	51.4°F	49.4°F
Apr 10	50.2°F	51.1°F	49.5°F
Apr 11	50.3°F	51.4°F	49.7°F
Apr 12	50.4°F	51.4°F	49.6°F
Apr 13	50.4°F	51.8°F	49.7°F
Apr 14	50.3°F	51.8°F	49.7°F
Apr 15	50.5°F	51.7°F	49.9°F
Apr 16	50.4°F	51.7°F	50.1°F
Apr 17	50.4°F	51.6°F	50.0°F
Apr 18	50.8°F	51.8°F	50.1°F
Apr 19	50.9°F	51.8°F	50.3°F
Apr 20	51.0°F	51.9°F	50.4°F
Apr 21	51.2°F	51.8°F	50.6°F
Apr 22	51.4°F	51.8°F	50.7°F
Apr 23	51.5°F	52.0°F	50.9°F
Apr 24	51.5°F	52.0°F	50.9°F
Apr 25	51.5°F	52.0°F	50.9°F
Apr 26	51.6°F	52.2°F	51.0°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 Cherbourg-Octeville by month

In an average year, Cherbourg-Octeville offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Cherbourg-Octeville was recorded on September 6, 2022, reaching a 66.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 5, 2018, dipping to 45.3°F. The average readings by season are 50.7°F in Winter, 50.5°F in Spring, 60.9°F in Summer, and 61.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Saint Peter Port	51.5°F	43mi
Saint-Malo	51.9°F	71mi
Portland	51.0°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cherbourg-Octeville