What is the current water temperature in Montego Bay?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Montego Bay?

As of now, in Montego Bay, the water temperature is 30.04°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Montego Bay

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Montego Bay. 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.

86.1

°F

August 25, 14:13

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.6°F

Tomorrow:

86.2°F

Sunrise:

05:56

Sunset:

18:32

Day Length:

12 h. 36 min.

Montego Bay in September

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

81.9°F

Maximum:

82.6°F

Sea water temperature in Montego Bay today

As of now, in Montego Bay, the water temperature is 86.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.7°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 84.2°F on 2018.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Montego Bay

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 11	84.8°F	85.5°F	85.3°F
Aug 12	84.9°F	85.4°F	85.2°F
Aug 13	85.3°F	85.3°F	85.1°F
Aug 14	85.8°F	85.4°F	85.2°F
Aug 15	85.9°F	85.6°F	85.4°F
Aug 16	86.2°F	86.1°F	85.6°F
Aug 17	86.1°F	86.0°F	85.6°F
Aug 18	86.3°F	85.7°F	85.5°F
Aug 19	86.6°F	85.8°F	85.5°F
Aug 20	86.5°F	86.3°F	85.6°F
Aug 21	86.5°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Aug 22	86.5°F	86.7°F	85.7°F
Aug 23	86.5°F	86.6°F	85.6°F
Aug 24	86.6°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Aug 25	86.1°F	86.1°F	85.4°F
Aug 26	86.2°F	86.2°F	85.5°F
Aug 27	86.2°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Aug 28	86.2°F	86.3°F	85.6°F
Aug 29	86.2°F	86.5°F	85.6°F
Aug 30	86.2°F	86.4°F	85.6°F
Aug 31	86.2°F	86.5°F	85.6°F
Sep 1	86.3°F	86.4°F	85.6°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 Montego Bay by month

In Montego Bay, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Montego Bay was recorded on October 4, 2023, reaching a 88.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 21, 2015, dipping to 79.9°F. The average readings by season are 81.9°F in Winter, 82.1°F in Spring, 84.6°F in Summer, and 85.3°F in Autumn.