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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

61.3

°F

February 2, 12:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.9°F

Tomorrow:

61.3°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

20:41

Day Length:

14 h. 14 min.

Wellington in February

Minimum:

58.7°F

Average:

61.7°F

Maximum:

65.0°F

Sea water temperature in Wellington today

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 61.3°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 2.1°F lower than 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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 66.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 60.7°F on 2017.

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 61.6°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
Jan 19 62.8°F 60.4°F 62.5°F
Jan 20 62.8°F 60.1°F 62.9°F
Jan 21 62.7°F 59.8°F 62.9°F
Jan 22 61.9°F 60.8°F 63.1°F
Jan 23 62.1°F 62.2°F 63.4°F
Jan 24 61.8°F 61.4°F 63.5°F
Jan 25 62.2°F 62.6°F 63.5°F
Jan 26 62.2°F 62.4°F 63.5°F
Jan 27 62.0°F 62.8°F 63.4°F
Jan 28 61.5°F 62.0°F 63.0°F
Jan 29 61.6°F 62.2°F 63.0°F
Jan 30 62.1°F 62.5°F 62.8°F
Jan 31 62.0°F 61.8°F 62.9°F
Feb 1 60.9°F 60.3°F 63.0°F
Feb 2 61.3°F 62.7°F 63.4°F
Feb 3 61.3°F 62.0°F 63.4°F
Feb 4 61.7°F 62.2°F 63.8°F
Feb 5 61.8°F 63.0°F 63.9°F
Feb 6 61.7°F 62.3°F 63.8°F
Feb 7 61.8°F 63.4°F 63.9°F
Feb 8 61.3°F 62.2°F 63.4°F
Feb 9 61.3°F 62.9°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 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.