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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

83.6

°F

August 11, 18:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.8°F

Sunrise:

07:16

Sunset:

21:02

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Cartagena in August

Minimum:

58.6°F

Average:

60.0°F

Maximum:

61.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cartagena today

As of now, in Cartagena, the water temperature is 83.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 3.4°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 stay about the same.

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 82.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 77.7°F on 2021.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.9°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
Jul 28 81.4°F 79.8°F 80.0°F
Jul 29 80.6°F 79.8°F 80.0°F
Jul 30 81.3°F 79.5°F 80.1°F
Jul 31 81.4°F 79.3°F 80.3°F
Aug 1 82.5°F 79.4°F 80.4°F
Aug 2 82.3°F 79.5°F 80.4°F
Aug 3 83.0°F 80.0°F 80.6°F
Aug 4 83.0°F 79.6°F 80.9°F
Aug 5 83.4°F 80.2°F 80.9°F
Aug 6 82.7°F 80.3°F 81.0°F
Aug 7 83.2°F 79.6°F 81.0°F
Aug 8 83.7°F 79.9°F 80.9°F
Aug 9 84.0°F 80.0°F 81.0°F
Aug 10 83.4°F 79.7°F 80.7°F
Aug 11 83.6°F 79.2°F 80.2°F
Aug 12 83.8°F 80.8°F 80.3°F
Aug 13 83.9°F 81.0°F 80.5°F
Aug 14 83.7°F 80.8°F 80.3°F
Aug 15 83.8°F 81.2°F 80.4°F
Aug 16 84.0°F 81.1°F 80.6°F
Aug 17 84.0°F 81.2°F 80.5°F
Aug 18 83.9°F 81.2°F 80.5°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 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 9, 2026, reaching a 84.0°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, 77.1°F in Summer, and 72.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
San Pedro del Pinatar 85.2°F 19mi
Torrevieja 84.3°F 31mi
Guardamar del Segura 84.8°F 38mi
Mojacar 84.8°F 57mi
Alicante 84.7°F 58mi
Villajoyosa 84.8°F 75mi
Benidorm 84.7°F 80mi
Altea 84.5°F 86mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cartagena