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Water temperature in Canterbury

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Canterbury. 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 Canterbury now

62.3

°F

June 7, 04:13

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

62.4°F

Tomorrow:

62.2°F

Sunrise:

04:42

Sunset:

21:08

Day Length:

16 h. 26 min.

Canterbury in June

Minimum:

39.3°F

Average:

44.2°F

Maximum:

46.4°F

Sea water temperature in Canterbury today

As of now, in Canterbury, the water temperature is 62.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.2°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 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 61.9°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 58.3°F on 2022.

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 62.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.1°F, while the maximum might reach 63.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Canterbury

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 24 58.0°F 57.8°F 57.7°F
May 25 59.1°F 57.8°F 57.9°F
May 26 59.2°F 58.2°F 57.8°F
May 27 60.9°F 58.0°F 58.1°F
May 28 61.2°F 58.8°F 58.6°F
May 29 61.3°F 59.6°F 58.8°F
May 30 62.3°F 59.8°F 59.1°F
May 31 62.2°F 59.3°F 59.4°F
Jun 1 62.8°F 59.5°F 59.5°F
Jun 2 62.7°F 59.6°F 59.3°F
Jun 3 62.2°F 60.0°F 59.8°F
Jun 4 62.4°F 59.8°F 60.2°F
Jun 5 61.3°F 60.2°F 60.2°F
Jun 6 62.4°F 59.6°F 60.2°F
Jun 7 62.3°F 59.6°F 60.1°F
Jun 8 62.2°F 58.9°F 60.0°F
Jun 9 62.1°F 59.1°F 60.0°F
Jun 10 62.3°F 59.7°F 60.2°F
Jun 11 62.7°F 59.5°F 60.5°F
Jun 12 63.0°F 59.9°F 60.8°F
Jun 13 63.1°F 61.6°F 61.0°F
Jun 14 63.4°F 61.5°F 61.2°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 Canterbury by month

In an average year, Canterbury offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Canterbury was recorded on July 28, 2018, reaching a 72.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 8, 2018, dipping to 39.3°F. The average readings by season are 43.9°F in Winter, 49.9°F in Spring, 65.2°F in Summer, and 57.7°F in Autumn.