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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

62.9

°F

February 12, 01:25

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

63.0°F

Tomorrow:

62.7°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

20:30

Day Length:

13 h. 50 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 62.9°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. 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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. 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 65.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 60.6°F on 2017.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.7°F, while the maximum might reach 63.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 62.8°F
Feb 2 60.9°F 62.7°F 63.2°F
Feb 3 62.0°F 62.0°F 63.3°F
Feb 4 61.9°F 62.2°F 63.7°F
Feb 5 60.4°F 63.0°F 63.6°F
Feb 6 60.6°F 62.3°F 63.5°F
Feb 7 62.4°F 63.4°F 63.8°F
Feb 8 61.8°F 62.2°F 63.3°F
Feb 9 61.4°F 62.9°F 63.3°F
Feb 10 62.0°F 63.1°F 63.1°F
Feb 11 63.0°F 63.3°F 63.1°F
Feb 12 62.9°F 63.0°F 63.1°F
Feb 13 62.7°F 61.8°F 62.9°F
Feb 14 63.0°F 62.6°F 63.1°F
Feb 15 63.1°F 63.0°F 63.3°F
Feb 16 63.4°F 65.3°F 63.5°F
Feb 17 63.8°F 64.8°F 64.0°F
Feb 18 63.6°F 65.5°F 63.8°F
Feb 19 63.3°F 63.9°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.