What is the current water temperature in Ayr?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Ayr?

As of now, in Ayr, the water temperature is 10.25°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 Ayr

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ayr. 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.

50.5

°F

May 16, 21:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

50.7°F

Tomorrow:

50.8°F

Sunrise:

05:07

Sunset:

21:23

Day Length:

16 h. 16 min.

Ayr in May

Minimum:

47.4°F

Average:

48.0°F

Maximum:

48.7°F

Sea water temperature in Ayr today

As of now, in Ayr, the water temperature is 50.5°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 0.4°F lower 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 53.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 48.8°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 51.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 50.8°F, while the maximum might reach 51.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Ayr

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 2	49.7°F	50.2°F	48.9°F
May 3	49.7°F	50.6°F	49.0°F
May 4	49.6°F	50.5°F	49.1°F
May 5	50.4°F	50.3°F	49.3°F
May 6	50.7°F	50.6°F	49.4°F
May 7	50.7°F	50.7°F	49.5°F
May 8	50.7°F	50.9°F	49.6°F
May 9	50.8°F	51.2°F	50.1°F
May 10	51.0°F	51.3°F	50.3°F
May 11	51.5°F	51.3°F	50.2°F
May 12	51.6°F	51.3°F	50.3°F
May 13	51.4°F	52.0°F	50.5°F
May 14	51.2°F	51.8°F	50.6°F
May 15	50.7°F	50.1°F	50.8°F
May 16	50.5°F	49.9°F	50.9°F
May 17	50.8°F	51.2°F	51.2°F
May 18	50.9°F	51.9°F	51.3°F
May 19	51.3°F	52.9°F	51.8°F
May 20	51.2°F	51.2°F	51.7°F
May 21	51.5°F	52.2°F	51.9°F
May 22	51.7°F	53.6°F	52.2°F
May 23	51.9°F	54.3°F	52.3°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 Ayr by month

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

The warmest water in Ayr was recorded on July 22, 2021, reaching a 64.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2018, dipping to 42.9°F. The average readings by season are 47.4°F in Winter, 47.8°F in Spring, 58.1°F in Summer, and 55.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Houston	50.9°F	28mi
Dumbarton	50.8°F	33mi
Alexandria	50.8°F	37mi
Falkirk	50.6°F	50mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Ayr