What is the current water temperature in Nelson?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Nelson?

As of now, in Nelson, the water temperature is 17.27°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Nelson

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Nelson. 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.

63.1

°F

November 22, 02:24

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.9°F

Tomorrow:

63.1°F

Sunrise:

05:53

Sunset:

20:34

Day Length:

14 h. 41 min.

Nelson in November

Minimum:

64.3°F

Average:

67.6°F

Maximum:

70.5°F

Sea water temperature in Nelson today

As of now, in Nelson, the water temperature is 63.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 65.3°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 59.6°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.1°F, while the maximum might reach 64.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Nelson

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 8	61.8°F	61.5°F	60.8°F
Nov 9	62.0°F	61.5°F	61.0°F
Nov 10	62.2°F	61.7°F	61.2°F
Nov 11	62.1°F	61.5°F	61.1°F
Nov 12	62.1°F	62.0°F	61.2°F
Nov 13	62.1°F	62.2°F	61.2°F
Nov 14	62.3°F	62.3°F	61.4°F
Nov 15	62.1°F	62.2°F	61.8°F
Nov 16	62.7°F	62.1°F	62.2°F
Nov 17	62.2°F	61.9°F	62.3°F
Nov 18	62.5°F	62.9°F	62.3°F
Nov 19	62.5°F	62.5°F	62.1°F
Nov 20	63.2°F	63.8°F	62.3°F
Nov 21	62.9°F	63.7°F	62.3°F
Nov 22	63.1°F	64.3°F	62.4°F
Nov 23	63.1°F	64.0°F	62.5°F
Nov 24	63.4°F	64.6°F	62.7°F
Nov 25	63.8°F	64.4°F	63.1°F
Nov 26	63.9°F	64.4°F	63.2°F
Nov 27	63.8°F	63.4°F	63.2°F
Nov 28	63.8°F	63.6°F	63.2°F
Nov 29	64.1°F	65.1°F	63.4°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 Nelson by month

In an average year, Nelson offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Nelson was recorded on January 31, 2018, reaching a 74.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 7, 2024, dipping to 51.1°F. The average readings by season are 67.5°F in Winter, 63.6°F in Spring, 53.9°F in Summer, and 58.1°F in Autumn.