What is the current water temperature in Beirut?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Beirut?

As of now, in Beirut, the water temperature is 20.7°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 Beirut

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Beirut. 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.

69.3

°F

December 22, 07:19

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

69.4°F

Tomorrow:

69.0°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

16:34

Day Length:

9 h. 54 min.

Beirut in December

Minimum:

65.0°F

Average:

66.7°F

Maximum:

69.1°F

Sea water temperature in Beirut today

As of now, in Beirut, the water temperature is 69.3°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 0.4°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 71.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 67.5°F on 2016.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 68.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Beirut

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	70.3°F	73.6°F	71.4°F
Dec 9	70.4°F	73.2°F	71.3°F
Dec 10	70.2°F	73.1°F	71.2°F
Dec 11	69.9°F	73.3°F	71.0°F
Dec 12	69.7°F	72.8°F	70.9°F
Dec 13	70.0°F	72.8°F	70.8°F
Dec 14	70.2°F	73.1°F	70.7°F
Dec 15	69.9°F	72.7°F	70.5°F
Dec 16	69.9°F	72.1°F	70.3°F
Dec 17	69.6°F	72.1°F	70.2°F
Dec 18	69.6°F	72.2°F	70.1°F
Dec 19	69.6°F	71.6°F	69.9°F
Dec 20	69.4°F	71.4°F	69.7°F
Dec 21	69.4°F	71.5°F	69.8°F
Dec 22	69.3°F	71.3°F	69.7°F
Dec 23	69.0°F	71.1°F	69.5°F
Dec 24	69.0°F	71.3°F	69.4°F
Dec 25	68.8°F	70.7°F	69.2°F
Dec 26	68.7°F	70.3°F	69.1°F
Dec 27	68.6°F	70.2°F	69.0°F
Dec 28	68.6°F	69.9°F	69.0°F
Dec 29	68.3°F	69.9°F	68.7°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 Beirut by month

In Beirut, the months June through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 183 swimming days.

The warmest water in Beirut was recorded on July 29, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 24, 2022, dipping to 61.9°F. The average readings by season are 67.0°F in Winter, 67.1°F in Spring, 82.1°F in Summer, and 79.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Ra’s Bayrūt	69.7°F	1mi
Jbaïl	69.4°F	18mi
Sidon	68.8°F	24mi
Tripoli	68.9°F	42mi
Tyre	69.1°F	46mi
Nahariyya	69.1°F	65mi
Acre	68.6°F	71mi
Ţarţūs	68.1°F	72mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Beirut