What is the current water temperature in Mahdia?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Mahdia?

As of now, in Mahdia, the water temperature is 19.34°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 Mahdia

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mahdia. 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.

66.8

°F

May 20, 19:11

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

66.2°F

Tomorrow:

67.2°F

Sunrise:

05:08

Sunset:

19:17

Day Length:

14 h. 9 min.

Mahdia in May

Minimum:

61.2°F

Average:

62.7°F

Maximum:

64.9°F

Sea water temperature in Mahdia today

As of now, in Mahdia, the water temperature is 66.8°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 0.5°F lower 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 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 70.1°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 64.8°F on 2018.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 67.2°F, while the maximum might reach 68.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Mahdia

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 6	65.6°F	66.9°F	65.2°F
May 7	64.8°F	67.2°F	65.1°F
May 8	64.4°F	67.3°F	65.1°F
May 9	65.0°F	66.1°F	65.1°F
May 10	65.0°F	66.3°F	65.4°F
May 11	65.7°F	66.9°F	65.9°F
May 12	66.6°F	67.4°F	66.4°F
May 13	66.3°F	67.8°F	66.4°F
May 14	66.7°F	67.8°F	66.4°F
May 15	67.1°F	67.8°F	66.5°F
May 16	66.3°F	68.4°F	66.6°F
May 17	65.9°F	68.8°F	66.8°F
May 18	65.9°F	68.6°F	66.6°F
May 19	66.2°F	69.6°F	67.0°F
May 20	66.8°F	70.1°F	67.3°F
May 21	67.2°F	70.2°F	67.7°F
May 22	67.3°F	69.8°F	67.8°F
May 23	67.7°F	69.6°F	68.2°F
May 24	67.9°F	69.2°F	68.4°F
May 25	68.1°F	69.2°F	68.6°F
May 26	68.2°F	70.0°F	68.7°F
May 27	68.3°F	70.1°F	68.8°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 Mahdia by month

In Mahdia, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 144 swimming days.

The warmest water in Mahdia was recorded on August 17, 2022, reaching a 85.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 3, 2018, dipping to 56.9°F. The average readings by season are 62.1°F in Winter, 62.9°F in Spring, 78.6°F in Summer, and 76.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Monastir	67.8°F	23mi
Skanes	67.7°F	24mi
Sousse	67.6°F	33mi
Port el Kantaoui	67.6°F	38mi
Sfax	71.3°F	55mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Mahdia