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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

81.5

°F

August 25, 19:11

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.9°F

Tomorrow:

81.3°F

Sunrise:

07:28

Sunset:

20:44

Day Length:

13 h. 16 min.

Cartagena in September

Minimum:

58.1°F

Average:

60.0°F

Maximum:

61.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cartagena today

As of now, in Cartagena, the water temperature is 81.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°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 fall a bit.

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 83.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.3°F on 2016.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cartagena

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 11 83.6°F 79.6°F 80.6°F
Aug 12 84.2°F 80.8°F 80.7°F
Aug 13 83.9°F 81.0°F 80.9°F
Aug 14 84.0°F 80.8°F 80.7°F
Aug 15 84.8°F 81.2°F 80.9°F
Aug 16 84.6°F 81.1°F 80.9°F
Aug 17 84.3°F 81.2°F 80.9°F
Aug 18 84.4°F 81.2°F 80.9°F
Aug 19 84.2°F 81.8°F 81.1°F
Aug 20 83.1°F 81.1°F 81.0°F
Aug 21 83.2°F 80.7°F 81.0°F
Aug 22 82.7°F 80.1°F 80.8°F
Aug 23 82.2°F 80.0°F 80.6°F
Aug 24 81.9°F 79.8°F 80.6°F
Aug 25 81.5°F 79.9°F 80.5°F
Aug 26 81.3°F 79.6°F 80.3°F
Aug 27 81.2°F 80.4°F 80.2°F
Aug 28 81.4°F 80.9°F 80.4°F
Aug 29 81.3°F 80.4°F 80.3°F
Aug 30 81.1°F 79.9°F 80.1°F
Aug 31 80.9°F 80.2°F 79.9°F
Sep 1 80.8°F 80.9°F 79.8°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 Cartagena by month

In Cartagena, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 114 swimming days.
The warmest water in Cartagena was recorded on August 15, 2026, reaching a 84.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 20, 2023, dipping to 56.7°F. The average readings by season are 60.0°F in Winter, 62.2°F in Spring, 77.2°F in Summer, and 72.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
San Pedro del Pinatar 82.6°F 19mi
Torrevieja 80.4°F 31mi
Guardamar del Segura 81.0°F 38mi
Mojacar 79.7°F 57mi
Alicante 82.2°F 58mi
Villajoyosa 82.7°F 75mi
Benidorm 82.7°F 80mi
Altea 82.6°F 86mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cartagena