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 13.01°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.

55.4

°F

October 4, 20:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

55.3°F

Tomorrow:

55.7°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

19:29

Day Length:

12 h. 38 min.

Wellington in October

Minimum:

59.3°F

Average:

62.1°F

Maximum:

65.3°F

Sea water temperature in Wellington today

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 55.4°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 about the same as 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

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 56.8°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 53.5°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 55.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.7°F, while the maximum might reach 56.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 20	55.6°F	55.2°F	55.0°F
Sep 21	55.5°F	55.2°F	55.1°F
Sep 22	55.5°F	55.1°F	55.1°F
Sep 23	56.0°F	55.3°F	55.1°F
Sep 24	55.6°F	55.6°F	55.3°F
Sep 25	54.7°F	56.4°F	55.2°F
Sep 26	55.1°F	56.3°F	55.3°F
Sep 27	54.8°F	55.6°F	55.3°F
Sep 28	54.9°F	55.8°F	55.4°F
Sep 29	54.5°F	56.0°F	55.3°F
Sep 30	54.8°F	56.2°F	55.3°F
Oct 1	54.2°F	56.4°F	55.1°F
Oct 2	54.6°F	56.2°F	55.3°F
Oct 3	55.3°F	56.1°F	55.3°F
Oct 4	55.4°F	56.5°F	55.4°F
Oct 5	55.7°F	56.8°F	55.7°F
Oct 6	55.7°F	56.8°F	55.7°F
Oct 7	55.7°F	56.7°F	55.6°F
Oct 8	55.8°F	56.9°F	55.8°F
Oct 9	55.7°F	55.6°F	55.6°F
Oct 10	56.0°F	56.1°F	55.9°F
Oct 11	56.2°F	56.8°F	56.1°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, 55.2°F in Summer, and 56.6°F in Autumn.