What is the current water temperature in Aberystwyth?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Aberystwyth?

As of now, in Aberystwyth, the water temperature is 11.43°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Aberystwyth

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Aberystwyth. 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.

52.6

°F

May 9, 09:35

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.4°F

Tomorrow:

52.6°F

Sunrise:

05:29

Sunset:

20:57

Day Length:

15 h. 28 min.

Aberystwyth in May

Minimum:

45.3°F

Average:

46.8°F

Maximum:

49.3°F

Sea water temperature in Aberystwyth today

As of now, in Aberystwyth, the water temperature is 52.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.2°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 53.4°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 51.3°F on 2021.

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 53.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 52.6°F, while the maximum might reach 54.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Aberystwyth

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	51.9°F	50.1°F	50.5°F
Apr 26	51.9°F	50.2°F	50.6°F
Apr 27	51.8°F	50.3°F	50.6°F
Apr 28	51.6°F	50.4°F	50.6°F
Apr 29	51.7°F	50.6°F	50.7°F
Apr 30	51.6°F	51.4°F	50.8°F
May 1	51.7°F	51.6°F	51.0°F
May 2	51.7°F	52.4°F	51.2°F
May 3	51.7°F	52.2°F	51.3°F
May 4	51.7°F	52.2°F	51.4°F
May 5	52.0°F	52.1°F	51.5°F
May 6	52.1°F	52.8°F	51.7°F
May 7	52.8°F	53.4°F	52.0°F
May 8	52.4°F	53.4°F	52.1°F
May 9	52.6°F	53.3°F	52.4°F
May 10	52.6°F	53.2°F	52.4°F
May 11	52.8°F	53.3°F	52.6°F
May 12	52.9°F	54.0°F	52.7°F
May 13	53.3°F	54.8°F	53.2°F
May 14	53.7°F	54.3°F	53.5°F
May 15	54.0°F	54.8°F	53.8°F
May 16	54.2°F	55.7°F	54.0°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 Aberystwyth by month

In an average year, Aberystwyth offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Aberystwyth was recorded on July 23, 2021, reaching a 68.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 9, 2018, dipping to 40.5°F. The average readings by season are 46.3°F in Winter, 49.4°F in Spring, 62.3°F in Summer, and 57.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Caernarfon	51.6°F	51mi
Swansea	53.9°F	55mi
Bangor	52.2°F	56mi
Conwy	53.1°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Aberystwyth