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Water temperature in Bournemouth

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bournemouth. 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.
Sea temperature in Bournemouth now

55.1

°F

May 5, 06:10

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

54.7°F

Tomorrow:

55.2°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

20:34

Day Length:

14 h. 59 min.

Bournemouth in May

Minimum:

48.1°F

Average:

49.7°F

Maximum:

51.5°F

Sea water temperature in Bournemouth today

As of now, in Bournemouth, the water temperature is 55.1°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 3.3°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

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 53.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 49.9°F on 2021.

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 55.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.2°F, while the maximum might reach 56.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Bournemouth

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 21 51.3°F 51.9°F 50.5°F
Apr 22 51.4°F 52.3°F 50.8°F
Apr 23 51.7°F 52.1°F 50.9°F
Apr 24 51.9°F 51.8°F 50.9°F
Apr 25 51.9°F 51.9°F 51.0°F
Apr 26 52.2°F 51.8°F 51.2°F
Apr 27 52.5°F 51.7°F 51.2°F
Apr 28 52.8°F 51.7°F 51.2°F
Apr 29 52.9°F 51.9°F 51.1°F
Apr 30 53.8°F 51.8°F 51.4°F
May 1 54.1°F 52.1°F 51.5°F
May 2 54.5°F 52.0°F 51.6°F
May 3 54.8°F 52.0°F 51.7°F
May 4 54.7°F 52.4°F 51.4°F
May 5 55.1°F 52.8°F 51.8°F
May 6 55.2°F 52.9°F 51.9°F
May 7 55.3°F 53.1°F 52.0°F
May 8 55.4°F 53.8°F 52.1°F
May 9 55.7°F 53.7°F 52.5°F
May 10 56.1°F 54.3°F 52.8°F
May 11 56.2°F 54.4°F 52.9°F
May 12 56.3°F 54.5°F 53.0°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 Bournemouth by month

In an average year, Bournemouth offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Bournemouth was recorded on August 15, 2022, reaching a 68.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 5, 2018, dipping to 42.7°F. The average readings by season are 48.6°F in Winter, 50.1°F in Spring, 62.8°F in Summer, and 60.2°F in Autumn.