What is the current water temperature in Kobe?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kobe?

As of now, in Kobe, the water temperature is 20.91°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Kobe

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kobe. 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.

69.6

°F

June 8, 02:53

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

69.4°F

Tomorrow:

70.0°F

Sunrise:

04:46

Sunset:

19:11

Day Length:

14 h. 25 min.

Kobe in June

Minimum:

54.1°F

Average:

56.0°F

Maximum:

59.7°F

Sea water temperature in Kobe today

As of now, in Kobe, the water temperature is 69.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. 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 70.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 66.9°F on 2022.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 70.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 70.0°F, while the maximum might reach 71.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Kobe

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 25	68.5°F	68.9°F	67.0°F
May 26	70.1°F	66.6°F	67.5°F
May 27	69.7°F	66.3°F	67.3°F
May 28	69.2°F	66.3°F	67.4°F
May 29	71.5°F	66.5°F	67.8°F
May 30	68.6°F	66.8°F	67.4°F
May 31	68.8°F	67.0°F	67.7°F
Jun 1	69.9°F	67.0°F	67.9°F
Jun 2	69.6°F	67.2°F	67.6°F
Jun 3	71.7°F	67.4°F	68.4°F
Jun 4	70.2°F	67.4°F	68.2°F
Jun 5	70.1°F	65.9°F	68.2°F
Jun 6	69.8°F	67.0°F	68.4°F
Jun 7	69.4°F	68.0°F	68.5°F
Jun 8	69.6°F	68.3°F	68.7°F
Jun 9	70.0°F	68.5°F	69.1°F
Jun 10	70.2°F	68.8°F	69.2°F
Jun 11	70.4°F	68.9°F	69.5°F
Jun 12	70.7°F	69.0°F	69.7°F
Jun 13	70.9°F	69.2°F	69.9°F
Jun 14	71.1°F	69.4°F	70.2°F
Jun 15	71.5°F	69.4°F	70.6°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 Kobe by month

In Kobe, the months July through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 116 swimming days.

The warmest water in Kobe was recorded on September 1, 2025, reaching a 86.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 17, 2018, dipping to 45.3°F. The average readings by season are 55.0°F in Winter, 58.1°F in Spring, 77.3°F in Summer, and 73.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Nishinomiya-hama	69.7°F	9mi
Amagasaki	69.8°F	13mi
Sakai	69.6°F	18mi
Osaka	69.7°F	18mi
Himeji	70.8°F	29mi
Kyoto	71.0°F	40mi
Ōtsu	71.0°F	44mi
Maizuru	69.4°F	53mi
Tokushima	68.3°F	56mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kobe