What is the current water temperature in Cork?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Cork?

As of now, in Cork, the water temperature is 16.25°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Cork

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cork. 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

July 11, 07:10

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.1°F

Tomorrow:

61.5°F

Sunrise:

05:27

Sunset:

21:51

Day Length:

16 h. 24 min.

Cork in July

Minimum:

48.0°F

Average:

49.1°F

Maximum:

50.4°F

Sea water temperature in Cork today

As of now, in Cork, 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 1.4°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 rise a bit.

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 64.0°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 57.8°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 62.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 61.5°F, while the maximum might reach 62.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Cork

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 27	60.5°F	59.0°F	58.9°F
Jun 28	61.6°F	58.7°F	58.9°F
Jun 29	61.9°F	58.5°F	59.0°F
Jun 30	61.6°F	59.1°F	59.1°F
Jul 1	61.3°F	59.3°F	59.1°F
Jul 2	60.4°F	59.4°F	58.9°F
Jul 3	60.9°F	58.5°F	59.0°F
Jul 4	59.9°F	58.9°F	59.2°F
Jul 5	60.1°F	59.0°F	59.3°F
Jul 6	59.8°F	59.0°F	59.3°F
Jul 7	60.4°F	59.7°F	59.8°F
Jul 8	61.2°F	59.2°F	59.7°F
Jul 9	61.3°F	59.5°F	59.8°F
Jul 10	61.1°F	59.6°F	59.8°F
Jul 11	61.3°F	59.7°F	59.9°F
Jul 12	61.5°F	60.7°F	60.1°F
Jul 13	61.8°F	60.8°F	60.4°F
Jul 14	61.8°F	61.0°F	60.5°F
Jul 15	62.0°F	61.5°F	60.7°F
Jul 16	62.0°F	61.6°F	60.7°F
Jul 17	62.2°F	61.7°F	60.8°F
Jul 18	62.4°F	61.8°F	61.1°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 Cork by month

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

The warmest water in Cork was recorded on July 27, 2021, reaching a 66.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 22, 2018, dipping to 44.9°F. The average readings by season are 49.1°F in Winter, 50.6°F in Spring, 59.6°F in Summer, and 56.6°F in Autumn.