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 19.69°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.

67.4

°F

May 20, 12:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.6°F

Tomorrow:

67.7°F

Sunrise:

04:53

Sunset:

18:58

Day Length:

14 h. 5 min.

Kobe in May

Minimum:

54.0°F

Average:

56.0°F

Maximum:

59.8°F

Sea water temperature in Kobe today

As of now, in Kobe, the water temperature is 67.4°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 2.8°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 rise 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 65.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 62.4°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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 69.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 67.7°F, while the maximum might reach 70.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Kobe

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	64.0°F	61.1°F	62.1°F
May 7	62.3°F	62.9°F	62.6°F
May 8	62.7°F	62.0°F	62.7°F
May 9	62.0°F	61.9°F	62.7°F
May 10	61.6°F	61.4°F	62.3°F
May 11	61.4°F	61.6°F	62.4°F
May 12	63.1°F	61.8°F	62.7°F
May 13	64.0°F	60.2°F	63.0°F
May 14	64.3°F	61.7°F	63.4°F
May 15	66.3°F	63.3°F	64.0°F
May 16	65.8°F	63.4°F	64.1°F
May 17	66.6°F	64.0°F	64.5°F
May 18	67.2°F	64.3°F	64.8°F
May 19	67.6°F	64.3°F	64.8°F
May 20	67.4°F	64.6°F	64.7°F
May 21	67.7°F	65.8°F	64.9°F
May 22	68.4°F	68.9°F	65.6°F
May 23	68.9°F	70.7°F	66.1°F
May 24	69.5°F	69.7°F	66.7°F
May 25	69.6°F	68.9°F	66.8°F
May 26	70.1°F	66.6°F	67.3°F
May 27	69.8°F	66.3°F	67.0°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, 58.0°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	68.7°F	9mi
Amagasaki	69.2°F	13mi
Sakai	70.2°F	18mi
Osaka	69.5°F	18mi
Himeji	68.5°F	29mi
Kyoto	72.9°F	40mi
Ōtsu	72.9°F	44mi
Maizuru	65.6°F	53mi
Tokushima	67.4°F	56mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Kobe