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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.

51.7

°F

February 4, 19:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

50.7°F

Tomorrow:

51.5°F

Sunrise:

08:35

Sunset:

18:06

Day Length:

9 h. 31 min.

Cherbourg-Octeville in February

Minimum:

50.4°F

Average:

51.7°F

Maximum:

53.7°F

Sea water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville today

As of now, in Cherbourg-Octeville, the water temperature is 51.7°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 2.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall 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 50.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 48.2°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 51.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 21	49.7°F	49.3°F	49.8°F
Jan 22	49.9°F	49.3°F	49.8°F
Jan 23	49.6°F	49.3°F	49.7°F
Jan 24	49.5°F	49.3°F	49.5°F
Jan 25	49.3°F	49.6°F	49.4°F
Jan 26	49.3°F	49.5°F	49.4°F
Jan 27	49.6°F	49.6°F	49.4°F
Jan 28	49.3°F	49.3°F	49.2°F
Jan 29	48.9°F	49.3°F	49.1°F
Jan 30	50.4°F	49.4°F	49.1°F
Jan 31	50.5°F	49.5°F	49.2°F
Feb 1	51.7°F	49.3°F	49.2°F
Feb 2	51.4°F	49.1°F	49.2°F
Feb 3	50.7°F	49.0°F	49.1°F
Feb 4	51.7°F	48.9°F	48.9°F
Feb 5	51.5°F	48.4°F	48.7°F
Feb 6	51.6°F	48.7°F	48.8°F
Feb 7	51.5°F	48.7°F	48.7°F
Feb 8	51.5°F	48.5°F	48.7°F
Feb 9	51.4°F	48.1°F	48.6°F
Feb 10	51.4°F	48.3°F	48.6°F
Feb 11	51.4°F	48.4°F	48.6°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, 50.6°F in Spring, 61.2°F in Summer, and 61.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Saint Peter Port	50.9°F	43mi
Saint-Malo	47.5°F	71mi
Portland	47.6°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cherbourg-Octeville