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 9.94°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.

49.9

°F

May 9, 20:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

49.8°F

Tomorrow:

50.1°F

Sunrise:

05:16

Sunset:

21:15

Day Length:

15 h. 59 min.

Alexandria in May

Minimum:

46.0°F

Average:

46.9°F

Maximum:

47.9°F

Sea water temperature in Alexandria today

As of now, in Alexandria, the water temperature is 49.9°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 0.7°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 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 50.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 50.1°F, while the maximum might reach 50.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Alexandria

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	48.3°F	48.8°F	47.8°F
Apr 26	48.4°F	48.7°F	47.8°F
Apr 27	48.4°F	48.6°F	47.9°F
Apr 28	48.5°F	48.7°F	47.9°F
Apr 29	48.7°F	48.7°F	48.0°F
Apr 30	48.7°F	48.7°F	48.1°F
May 1	48.8°F	48.7°F	48.2°F
May 2	48.9°F	48.7°F	48.2°F
May 3	49.1°F	48.7°F	48.3°F
May 4	49.4°F	48.7°F	48.5°F
May 5	49.4°F	48.8°F	48.6°F
May 6	49.4°F	48.8°F	48.7°F
May 7	49.7°F	48.9°F	48.8°F
May 8	49.8°F	49.0°F	48.9°F
May 9	49.9°F	49.5°F	49.2°F
May 10	50.1°F	49.6°F	49.4°F
May 11	50.3°F	49.7°F	49.5°F
May 12	50.3°F	49.9°F	49.5°F
May 13	50.3°F	50.7°F	49.6°F
May 14	50.6°F	50.6°F	49.9°F
May 15	50.8°F	50.7°F	50.1°F
May 16	50.8°F	51.3°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, 47.0°F in Spring, 57.0°F in Summer, and 54.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Dumbarton	49.9°F	3mi
Houston	49.8°F	9mi
Falkirk	49.7°F	31mi
Ayr	50.4°F	37mi
Fort William	50.3°F	60mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Alexandria