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 22.7°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.

72.9

°F

October 17, 21:05

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.4°F

Tomorrow:

72.8°F

Sunrise:

08:12

Sunset:

19:22

Day Length:

11 h. 10 min.

Alicante in October

Minimum:

57.5°F

Average:

59.5°F

Maximum:

61.1°F

Sea water temperature in Alicante today

As of now, in Alicante, the water temperature is 72.9°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 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably 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 75.7°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 68.8°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Alicante

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 3	76.1°F	75.8°F	75.8°F
Oct 4	76.1°F	74.8°F	75.4°F
Oct 5	76.4°F	74.6°F	75.3°F
Oct 6	76.3°F	74.7°F	75.1°F
Oct 7	75.4°F	74.5°F	75.0°F
Oct 8	75.4°F	74.5°F	74.9°F
Oct 9	74.9°F	73.9°F	74.8°F
Oct 10	74.7°F	73.9°F	74.6°F
Oct 11	74.2°F	73.3°F	74.4°F
Oct 12	73.7°F	72.6°F	74.2°F
Oct 13	72.6°F	72.2°F	73.9°F
Oct 14	73.6°F	71.9°F	73.9°F
Oct 15	73.1°F	71.8°F	73.7°F
Oct 16	73.4°F	72.1°F	73.5°F
Oct 17	72.9°F	72.1°F	73.0°F
Oct 18	72.8°F	72.2°F	73.0°F
Oct 19	72.6°F	70.9°F	72.8°F
Oct 20	72.4°F	70.4°F	72.5°F
Oct 21	72.0°F	70.4°F	72.2°F
Oct 22	71.7°F	70.4°F	71.9°F
Oct 23	71.6°F	70.4°F	71.7°F
Oct 24	71.4°F	70.7°F	71.5°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 September 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 February 12, 2015, dipping to 55.7°F. The average readings by season are 59.5°F in Winter, 62.2°F in Spring, 78.2°F in Summer, and 72.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Villajoyosa	73.0°F	17mi
Guardamar del Segura	72.3°F	20mi
Benidorm	73.1°F	23mi
Torrevieja	72.2°F	28mi
Altea	73.1°F	29mi
San Pedro del Pinatar	72.7°F	39mi
Miramar	72.4°F	46mi
Cartagena	72.4°F	58mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Alicante