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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

54.0

°F

August 10, 10:47

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.9°F

Tomorrow:

53.9°F

Sunrise:

07:19

Sunset:

17:34

Day Length:

10 h. 15 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 54.0°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 0.4°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 55.3°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 52.7°F on 2023.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 53.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 53.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 53.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 54.6°F
Jul 30 53.9°F 55.2°F 54.6°F
Jul 31 54.0°F 55.5°F 54.4°F
Aug 1 54.7°F 56.4°F 54.7°F
Aug 2 54.3°F 56.6°F 54.8°F
Aug 3 53.5°F 55.6°F 54.4°F
Aug 4 53.6°F 55.5°F 54.5°F
Aug 5 54.1°F 55.4°F 54.3°F
Aug 6 54.6°F 55.2°F 54.3°F
Aug 7 53.8°F 55.0°F 54.2°F
Aug 8 53.8°F 55.3°F 54.4°F
Aug 9 53.9°F 55.1°F 54.3°F
Aug 10 54.0°F 55.2°F 54.4°F
Aug 11 53.9°F 55.1°F 54.2°F
Aug 12 53.9°F 55.5°F 54.3°F
Aug 13 53.8°F 54.6°F 54.2°F
Aug 14 53.4°F 53.0°F 53.8°F
Aug 15 53.2°F 51.8°F 53.6°F
Aug 16 53.5°F 52.6°F 53.9°F
Aug 17 53.4°F 52.9°F 53.8°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.