What is the current water temperature in Alicante?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Alicante?

As of now, in Alicante, the water temperature is 19.09°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Alicante

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Alicante. 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.

66.4

°F

May 18, 11:16

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.6°F

Tomorrow:

66.9°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

21:08

Day Length:

14 h. 19 min.

Alicante in May

Minimum:

57.9°F

Average:

60.0°F

Maximum:

61.9°F

Sea water temperature in Alicante today

As of now, in Alicante, the water temperature is 66.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.8°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 65.2°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.9°F, while the maximum might reach 68.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Alicante

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	65.9°F	66.0°F	64.3°F
May 5	66.6°F	66.1°F	64.5°F
May 6	66.0°F	65.8°F	64.6°F
May 7	66.7°F	65.7°F	65.1°F
May 8	66.6°F	65.7°F	65.2°F
May 9	65.8°F	65.9°F	65.4°F
May 10	66.2°F	66.2°F	65.7°F
May 11	66.3°F	66.5°F	66.1°F
May 12	67.1°F	66.8°F	66.3°F
May 13	66.9°F	66.6°F	66.3°F
May 14	67.3°F	67.2°F	66.4°F
May 15	67.2°F	67.1°F	66.5°F
May 16	66.5°F	67.0°F	66.5°F
May 17	66.6°F	67.2°F	66.6°F
May 18	66.4°F	67.8°F	66.7°F
May 19	66.9°F	68.3°F	67.2°F
May 20	67.2°F	69.0°F	67.6°F
May 21	67.5°F	68.9°F	67.9°F
May 22	67.8°F	69.3°F	68.2°F
May 23	68.0°F	68.8°F	68.3°F
May 24	68.1°F	69.2°F	68.4°F
May 25	67.9°F	68.9°F	68.3°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 Alicante by month

In Alicante, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 123 swimming days.

The warmest water in Alicante was recorded on August 23, 2023, reaching a 85.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2023, dipping to 56.4°F. The average readings by season are 59.5°F in Winter, 62.3°F in Spring, 78.2°F in Summer, and 72.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Villajoyosa	66.1°F	17mi
Guardamar del Segura	66.0°F	20mi
Benidorm	66.2°F	23mi
Torrevieja	66.0°F	28mi
Altea	66.2°F	29mi
San Pedro del Pinatar	66.9°F	39mi
Miramar	66.3°F	46mi
Cartagena	65.6°F	58mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Alicante