What is the current water temperature in Wellington?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Wellington?

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 12.33°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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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.

54.2

°F

July 28, 22:52

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

54.9°F

Tomorrow:

53.9°F

Sunrise:

07:34

Sunset:

17:22

Day Length:

9 h. 48 min.

Wellington in August

Minimum:

58.7°F

Average:

62.1°F

Maximum:

64.5°F

Sea water temperature in Wellington today

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 54.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.7°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

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 56.3°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 53.0°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

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 53.9°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
Jul 14	52.1°F	56.8°F	54.6°F
Jul 15	53.3°F	55.8°F	54.4°F
Jul 16	53.4°F	56.0°F	54.5°F
Jul 17	52.6°F	56.2°F	54.4°F
Jul 18	52.8°F	55.9°F	54.5°F
Jul 19	53.6°F	56.0°F	54.6°F
Jul 20	54.1°F	56.2°F	54.7°F
Jul 21	52.8°F	56.5°F	54.8°F
Jul 22	52.6°F	55.6°F	54.7°F
Jul 23	53.3°F	55.3°F	54.6°F
Jul 24	54.0°F	54.8°F	54.4°F
Jul 25	54.6°F	55.1°F	54.4°F
Jul 26	54.8°F	55.2°F	54.6°F
Jul 27	54.9°F	55.0°F	54.6°F
Jul 28	54.2°F	55.5°F	54.9°F
Jul 29	53.9°F	55.2°F	54.7°F
Jul 30	54.0°F	55.2°F	54.7°F
Jul 31	53.7°F	55.5°F	54.4°F
Aug 1	54.0°F	56.4°F	54.7°F
Aug 2	54.1°F	56.6°F	54.8°F
Aug 3	53.8°F	55.6°F	54.5°F
Aug 4	53.8°F	55.5°F	54.6°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 July 13, 2026, dipping to 51.2°F. The average readings by season are 62.4°F in Winter, 60.6°F in Spring, 55.3°F in Summer, and 56.6°F in Autumn.