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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.

51.9

°F

February 28, 04:10

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

52.0°F

Tomorrow:

51.4°F

Sunrise:

07:52

Sunset:

18:47

Day Length:

10 h. 55 min.

Cherbourg-Octeville in March

Minimum:

49.9°F

Average:

51.5°F

Maximum:

53.3°F

Sea water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville today

As of now, in Cherbourg-Octeville, the water temperature is 51.9°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 3.8°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 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 49.2°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 46.0°F on 2018.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 51.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 51.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 51.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Cherbourg-Octeville

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 14	49.8°F	48.3°F	48.5°F
Feb 15	49.5°F	48.1°F	48.4°F
Feb 16	48.9°F	47.9°F	48.4°F
Feb 17	48.8°F	47.9°F	48.3°F
Feb 18	49.0°F	48.0°F	48.3°F
Feb 19	48.9°F	48.1°F	48.3°F
Feb 20	48.9°F	48.4°F	48.3°F
Feb 21	49.0°F	49.3°F	48.4°F
Feb 22	49.2°F	49.4°F	48.5°F
Feb 23	50.0°F	48.8°F	48.5°F
Feb 24	51.2°F	48.8°F	48.7°F
Feb 25	51.9°F	48.7°F	48.7°F
Feb 26	52.7°F	48.8°F	48.7°F
Feb 27	52.0°F	48.6°F	48.2°F
Feb 28	51.9°F	48.6°F	48.1°F
Mar 1	51.4°F	48.5°F	48.0°F
Mar 2	51.4°F	48.5°F	48.0°F
Mar 3	51.3°F	48.1°F	47.9°F
Mar 4	51.3°F	47.9°F	47.9°F
Mar 5	51.4°F	47.8°F	48.0°F
Mar 6	51.5°F	47.6°F	48.1°F
Mar 7	51.5°F	48.3°F	48.1°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 50.8°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	51.1°F	43mi
Saint-Malo	50.3°F	71mi
Portland	49.2°F	74mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cherbourg-Octeville