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Water temperature in Otranto

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Otranto. 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.
Sea temperature in Otranto now

56.0

°F

February 28, 11:25

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

56.1°F

Tomorrow:

55.6°F

Sunrise:

06:22

Sunset:

17:36

Day Length:

11 h. 14 min.

Otranto in March

Minimum:

56.3°F

Average:

58.3°F

Maximum:

59.2°F

Sea water temperature in Otranto today

As of now, in Otranto, the water temperature is 56.0°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 0.3°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 aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 57.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 54.8°F on 2018.

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 55.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Otranto

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 14 56.6°F 56.1°F 56.0°F
Feb 15 55.6°F 56.5°F 56.0°F
Feb 16 56.0°F 57.1°F 56.1°F
Feb 17 56.3°F 57.5°F 56.2°F
Feb 18 56.9°F 56.3°F 56.1°F
Feb 19 56.6°F 56.4°F 56.3°F
Feb 20 56.0°F 56.7°F 56.4°F
Feb 21 56.6°F 56.5°F 56.3°F
Feb 22 57.2°F 56.4°F 56.1°F
Feb 23 56.4°F 55.9°F 55.9°F
Feb 24 55.4°F 56.4°F 56.0°F
Feb 25 56.2°F 56.6°F 56.2°F
Feb 26 56.2°F 56.6°F 56.2°F
Feb 27 56.1°F 56.7°F 56.3°F
Feb 28 56.0°F 56.7°F 56.3°F
Mar 1 55.6°F 54.8°F 56.2°F
Mar 2 55.9°F 55.5°F 56.5°F
Mar 3 55.9°F 56.2°F 56.5°F
Mar 4 56.1°F 56.6°F 56.7°F
Mar 5 56.0°F 55.5°F 56.6°F
Mar 6 55.7°F 55.6°F 56.3°F
Mar 7 55.5°F 55.2°F 56.1°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 Otranto by month

In Otranto, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 108 swimming days.
The warmest water in Otranto was recorded on August 16, 2024, reaching a 84.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 27, 2021, dipping to 53.2°F. The average readings by season are 58.1°F in Winter, 60.0°F in Spring, 77.2°F in Summer, and 71.1°F in Autumn.