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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

62.7

°F

December 5, 07:58

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.2°F

Tomorrow:

62.9°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

20:41

Day Length:

14 h. 59 min.

Wellington in December

Minimum:

59.0°F

Average:

62.1°F

Maximum:

65.1°F

Sea water temperature in Wellington today

As of now, in Wellington, the water temperature is 62.7°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 2.8°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 rise 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 57.4°F on 2023.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.9°F, while the maximum might reach 64.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Wellington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 21 60.3°F 59.4°F 59.0°F
Nov 22 60.8°F 58.6°F 58.9°F
Nov 23 60.7°F 58.8°F 59.1°F
Nov 24 60.3°F 59.4°F 59.2°F
Nov 25 60.9°F 59.4°F 59.3°F
Nov 26 62.0°F 60.1°F 59.2°F
Nov 27 62.1°F 59.3°F 59.3°F
Nov 28 61.7°F 60.4°F 59.5°F
Nov 29 60.9°F 60.5°F 59.6°F
Nov 30 61.0°F 59.7°F 59.6°F
Dec 1 61.6°F 59.2°F 59.8°F
Dec 2 61.5°F 59.9°F 59.7°F
Dec 3 62.0°F 60.4°F 59.6°F
Dec 4 62.2°F 59.1°F 59.4°F
Dec 5 62.7°F 60.7°F 59.9°F
Dec 6 62.9°F 60.5°F 60.1°F
Dec 7 62.9°F 60.0°F 60.1°F
Dec 8 63.4°F 60.2°F 60.6°F
Dec 9 63.6°F 61.9°F 60.9°F
Dec 10 63.7°F 62.2°F 61.0°F
Dec 11 64.0°F 62.0°F 61.2°F
Dec 12 64.0°F 61.8°F 61.2°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 62.3°F in Winter, 60.8°F in Spring, 55.3°F in Summer, and 56.5°F in Autumn.