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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.

61.3

°F

October 17, 13:48

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

61.3°F

Tomorrow:

61.1°F

Sunrise:

08:30

Sunset:

19:13

Day Length:

10 h. 43 min.

Cherbourg-Octeville in October

Minimum:

49.9°F

Average:

51.0°F

Maximum:

52.7°F

Sea water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville today

As of now, in Cherbourg-Octeville, the water temperature is 61.3°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 0.3°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 63.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 60.2°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 60.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 60.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 61.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 3	62.7°F	62.4°F	62.8°F
Oct 4	62.7°F	62.3°F	62.8°F
Oct 5	62.5°F	62.1°F	62.8°F
Oct 6	61.9°F	62.1°F	62.7°F
Oct 7	62.0°F	62.0°F	62.5°F
Oct 8	62.0°F	61.9°F	62.3°F
Oct 9	62.0°F	61.9°F	62.2°F
Oct 10	62.0°F	61.9°F	62.1°F
Oct 11	61.8°F	61.8°F	62.0°F
Oct 12	61.8°F	61.7°F	61.9°F
Oct 13	61.4°F	61.6°F	61.8°F
Oct 14	61.5°F	61.5°F	61.9°F
Oct 15	61.4°F	61.4°F	61.7°F
Oct 16	61.3°F	61.4°F	61.6°F
Oct 17	61.3°F	61.5°F	61.5°F
Oct 18	61.1°F	61.4°F	61.3°F
Oct 19	61.0°F	61.4°F	61.3°F
Oct 20	60.9°F	61.4°F	61.2°F
Oct 21	60.8°F	61.3°F	61.1°F
Oct 22	60.7°F	61.1°F	61.0°F
Oct 23	60.6°F	60.9°F	60.8°F
Oct 24	60.4°F	60.7°F	60.7°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 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 August 27, 2025, reaching a 66.7°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, 61.1°F in Summer, and 61.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Saint Peter Port	61.1°F	43mi
Saint-Malo	60.9°F	71mi
Portland	60.6°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cherbourg-Octeville