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Water temperature in Cartagena

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cartagena. 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 Cartagena now

71.6

°F

May 30, 19:53

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

70.8°F

Tomorrow:

71.8°F

Sunrise:

06:45

Sunset:

21:18

Day Length:

14 h. 33 min.

Cartagena in June

Minimum:

58.9°F

Average:

60.3°F

Maximum:

61.8°F

Sea water temperature in Cartagena today

As of now, in Cartagena, the water temperature is 71.6°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 2.9°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 70.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 67.4°F on 2016.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 72.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 71.8°F, while the maximum might reach 73.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Cartagena

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 16 65.9°F 66.0°F 65.9°F
May 17 66.0°F 65.6°F 66.1°F
May 18 67.3°F 65.6°F 66.5°F
May 19 67.3°F 66.9°F 66.9°F
May 20 68.2°F 67.0°F 67.0°F
May 21 67.9°F 66.3°F 67.2°F
May 22 68.8°F 65.8°F 67.4°F
May 23 69.4°F 66.4°F 67.6°F
May 24 68.1°F 67.9°F 67.7°F
May 25 68.7°F 66.8°F 67.8°F
May 26 68.8°F 67.0°F 67.8°F
May 27 69.7°F 68.3°F 68.2°F
May 28 70.2°F 69.3°F 68.5°F
May 29 70.8°F 69.4°F 68.6°F
May 30 71.6°F 70.7°F 68.8°F
May 31 71.8°F 71.5°F 68.9°F
Jun 1 72.0°F 70.5°F 69.1°F
Jun 2 72.3°F 70.0°F 69.4°F
Jun 3 72.6°F 70.4°F 69.7°F
Jun 4 72.9°F 70.3°F 70.0°F
Jun 5 73.1°F 70.7°F 70.2°F
Jun 6 73.3°F 71.3°F 70.4°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 Cartagena by month

In Cartagena, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 113 swimming days.
The warmest water in Cartagena was recorded on August 3, 2023, reaching a 83.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2015, dipping to 56.2°F. The average readings by season are 59.9°F in Winter, 62.1°F in Spring, 76.9°F in Summer, and 72.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
San Pedro del Pinatar 72.8°F 19mi
Torrevieja 71.6°F 31mi
Guardamar del Segura 71.8°F 38mi
Mojacar 70.8°F 57mi
Alicante 72.2°F 58mi
Villajoyosa 71.8°F 75mi
Benidorm 71.1°F 80mi
Altea 70.8°F 86mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cartagena