What is the current water temperature in Alexandria?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Alexandria?

As of now, in Alexandria, the water temperature is 10.58°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 Alexandria

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Alexandria. 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.

51.0

°F

May 9, 08:19

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.8°F

Tomorrow:

51.2°F

Sunrise:

05:18

Sunset:

21:13

Day Length:

15 h. 55 min.

Alexandria in May

Minimum:

46.6°F

Average:

47.0°F

Maximum:

47.9°F

Sea water temperature in Alexandria today

As of now, in Alexandria, the water temperature is 51.0°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 1.8°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 50.1°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 47.4°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 51.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.2°F, while the maximum might reach 52.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Alexandria

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	48.8°F	48.3°F	47.8°F
Apr 26	48.8°F	48.4°F	47.9°F
Apr 27	49.3°F	48.4°F	48.0°F
Apr 28	49.3°F	48.5°F	48.0°F
Apr 29	49.2°F	48.7°F	48.1°F
Apr 30	49.4°F	48.7°F	48.2°F
May 1	50.3°F	48.8°F	48.3°F
May 2	50.4°F	48.9°F	48.4°F
May 3	50.9°F	49.1°F	48.6°F
May 4	51.0°F	49.4°F	48.7°F
May 5	50.9°F	49.4°F	48.8°F
May 6	51.1°F	49.4°F	48.9°F
May 7	50.9°F	49.7°F	49.0°F
May 8	50.8°F	49.8°F	48.9°F
May 9	51.0°F	49.9°F	49.2°F
May 10	51.2°F	50.1°F	49.4°F
May 11	51.3°F	50.1°F	49.5°F
May 12	51.3°F	50.1°F	49.5°F
May 13	51.3°F	50.2°F	49.5°F
May 14	51.6°F	50.4°F	49.7°F
May 15	52.0°F	50.9°F	50.1°F
May 16	52.0°F	50.8°F	50.1°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 Alexandria by month

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

The warmest water in Alexandria was recorded on July 22, 2021, reaching a 62.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2015, dipping to 42.4°F. The average readings by season are 46.6°F in Winter, 47.1°F in Spring, 57.0°F in Summer, and 54.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Dumbarton	51.0°F	3mi
Houston	51.0°F	9mi
Falkirk	51.9°F	31mi
Ayr	51.3°F	37mi
Fort William	48.7°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Alexandria