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 18.98°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.

66.2

°F

January 29, 14:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.2°F

Tomorrow:

66.5°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

20:51

Day Length:

14 h. 23 min.

Nelson in February

Minimum:

65.0°F

Average:

67.2°F

Maximum:

70.3°F

Sea water temperature in Nelson today

As of now, in Nelson, the water temperature is 66.2°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 3.3°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.9°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 64.2°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 66.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Nelson

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 15	68.6°F	67.9°F	68.4°F
Jan 16	68.3°F	67.6°F	68.6°F
Jan 17	68.0°F	68.5°F	68.8°F
Jan 18	68.4°F	69.3°F	68.9°F
Jan 19	68.0°F	70.8°F	69.2°F
Jan 20	67.7°F	69.9°F	69.3°F
Jan 21	67.6°F	69.7°F	69.5°F
Jan 22	67.3°F	69.8°F	69.5°F
Jan 23	65.9°F	71.1°F	69.4°F
Jan 24	66.3°F	70.7°F	69.4°F
Jan 25	66.1°F	70.4°F	69.4°F
Jan 26	66.1°F	70.3°F	69.1°F
Jan 27	66.6°F	70.2°F	69.1°F
Jan 28	66.2°F	69.7°F	69.5°F
Jan 29	66.2°F	69.8°F	69.5°F
Jan 30	66.5°F	69.8°F	69.7°F
Jan 31	66.3°F	69.2°F	69.6°F
Feb 1	66.2°F	68.7°F	69.5°F
Feb 2	66.0°F	68.5°F	69.3°F
Feb 3	66.2°F	69.9°F	69.5°F
Feb 4	66.3°F	70.6°F	69.6°F
Feb 5	66.7°F	70.8°F	70.0°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 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 68.0°F in Winter, 63.7°F in Spring, 54.0°F in Summer, and 58.4°F in Autumn.