What is the current water temperature in Altea?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Altea?

As of now, in Altea, the water temperature is 21.54°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 Altea

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Altea. 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.

70.8

°F

May 30, 21:01

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

70.7°F

Tomorrow:

71.1°F

Sunrise:

06:39

Sunset:

21:17

Day Length:

14 h. 38 min.

Altea in June

Minimum:

58.5°F

Average:

60.1°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in Altea today

As of now, in Altea, the water temperature is 70.8°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 1.8°F higher 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 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 70.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 67.3°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 71.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 71.1°F, while the maximum might reach 72.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Altea

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 16	66.4°F	67.3°F	66.2°F
May 17	67.3°F	66.7°F	66.5°F
May 18	67.6°F	67.5°F	66.7°F
May 19	68.0°F	68.0°F	67.1°F
May 20	68.7°F	67.7°F	67.2°F
May 21	68.5°F	68.0°F	67.2°F
May 22	69.3°F	68.6°F	67.5°F
May 23	68.9°F	68.6°F	67.8°F
May 24	67.9°F	68.1°F	67.9°F
May 25	68.2°F	67.6°F	67.6°F
May 26	68.8°F	68.5°F	67.8°F
May 27	69.0°F	67.9°F	68.2°F
May 28	69.7°F	69.0°F	68.5°F
May 29	70.7°F	69.1°F	68.7°F
May 30	70.8°F	70.1°F	69.0°F
May 31	71.1°F	71.2°F	69.2°F
Jun 1	71.3°F	70.1°F	69.5°F
Jun 2	71.6°F	69.5°F	69.8°F
Jun 3	71.9°F	70.6°F	70.1°F
Jun 4	72.4°F	70.9°F	70.6°F
Jun 5	72.4°F	70.9°F	70.6°F
Jun 6	72.6°F	71.2°F	70.8°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 Altea by month

In Altea, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 121 swimming days.

The warmest water in Altea was recorded on August 25, 2023, reaching a 84.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2015, dipping to 55.8°F. The average readings by season are 59.8°F in Winter, 61.9°F in Spring, 77.6°F in Summer, and 72.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Benidorm	71.1°F	6mi
Villajoyosa	71.8°F	12mi
Miramar	71.6°F	25mi
Alicante	72.2°F	29mi
Guardamar del Segura	71.8°F	48mi
Torrevieja	71.6°F	55mi
Valencia	71.6°F	63mi
San Pedro del Pinatar	72.8°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Altea