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 12.32°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

August 16, 15:16

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.9°F

Tomorrow:

54.1°F

Sunrise:

07:11

Sunset:

17:40

Day Length:

10 h. 29 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 0.3°F higher 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

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 55.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 52.6°F on 2025.

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 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 54.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.1°F, while the maximum might reach 54.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
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	54.2°F
Aug 10	52.8°F	55.1°F	54.2°F
Aug 11	52.9°F	55.0°F	54.1°F
Aug 12	53.5°F	55.5°F	54.2°F
Aug 13	52.9°F	54.6°F	54.1°F
Aug 14	53.6°F	53.0°F	53.8°F
Aug 15	53.9°F	51.8°F	53.6°F
Aug 16	54.2°F	52.6°F	53.9°F
Aug 17	54.1°F	52.9°F	53.8°F
Aug 18	54.5°F	54.4°F	54.2°F
Aug 19	54.4°F	54.6°F	54.1°F
Aug 20	54.8°F	55.1°F	54.4°F
Aug 21	54.7°F	55.2°F	54.4°F
Aug 22	54.6°F	53.9°F	54.3°F
Aug 23	54.7°F	53.9°F	54.4°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 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.