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Water temperature in Wellington

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Wellington. 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.
Sea temperature in Wellington now

61.1

°F

April 4, 03:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.0°F

Tomorrow:

61.3°F

Sunrise:

07:39

Sunset:

19:09

Day Length:

11 h. 30 min.

Wellington in April

Minimum:

58.2°F

Average:

62.0°F

Maximum:

65.6°F

Sea water temperature in Wellington today

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 61.1°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 about the same as 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 64.8°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 57.5°F on 2020.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 61.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 21 59.9°F 62.2°F 61.3°F
Mar 22 59.0°F 61.4°F 61.4°F
Mar 23 59.6°F 61.9°F 61.7°F
Mar 24 60.2°F 62.2°F 61.8°F
Mar 25 59.8°F 62.0°F 61.8°F
Mar 26 59.7°F 61.6°F 61.7°F
Mar 27 60.2°F 62.6°F 61.8°F
Mar 28 60.7°F 63.9°F 62.0°F
Mar 29 59.4°F 62.3°F 61.5°F
Mar 30 62.4°F 62.5°F 61.8°F
Mar 31 62.5°F 62.4°F 61.7°F
Apr 1 62.0°F 62.1°F 61.7°F
Apr 2 61.1°F 61.9°F 61.3°F
Apr 3 61.0°F 61.6°F 61.1°F
Apr 4 61.1°F 62.7°F 61.3°F
Apr 5 61.3°F 63.1°F 61.5°F
Apr 6 61.3°F 63.5°F 61.5°F
Apr 7 61.5°F 63.7°F 61.7°F
Apr 8 61.2°F 63.5°F 61.4°F
Apr 9 60.9°F 63.8°F 61.1°F
Apr 10 60.7°F 62.7°F 60.9°F
Apr 11 60.5°F 61.9°F 60.7°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 Wellington by month

In an average year, Wellington offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Wellington was recorded on February 22, 2018, reaching a 68.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 9, 2023, dipping to 51.5°F. The average readings by season are 62.4°F in Winter, 60.7°F in Spring, 55.3°F in Summer, and 56.6°F in Autumn.