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Water temperature in Cardiff

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

45.2

°F

March 12, 06:37

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

45.2°F

Tomorrow:

45.4°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

18:12

Day Length:

11 h. 37 min.

Cardiff in March

Minimum:

45.2°F

Average:

46.6°F

Maximum:

48.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cardiff today

As of now, in Cardiff, the water temperature is 45.2°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 46.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 40.4°F on 2018.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 45.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 45.4°F, while the maximum might reach 46.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Cardiff

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 26 44.7°F 46.7°F 44.8°F
Feb 27 44.7°F 46.7°F 44.7°F
Feb 28 44.5°F 46.3°F 44.6°F
Mar 1 44.7°F 46.2°F 44.5°F
Mar 2 44.4°F 45.7°F 44.3°F
Mar 3 44.6°F 45.9°F 44.3°F
Mar 4 45.1°F 45.6°F 44.2°F
Mar 5 44.7°F 45.3°F 44.2°F
Mar 6 45.2°F 44.9°F 44.1°F
Mar 7 44.7°F 46.3°F 44.3°F
Mar 8 45.1°F 46.1°F 44.5°F
Mar 9 45.4°F 45.7°F 44.4°F
Mar 10 45.0°F 46.0°F 44.5°F
Mar 11 45.2°F 45.8°F 44.5°F
Mar 12 45.2°F 45.9°F 44.6°F
Mar 13 45.4°F 45.9°F 44.7°F
Mar 14 45.5°F 46.0°F 44.8°F
Mar 15 45.7°F 46.1°F 45.0°F
Mar 16 45.9°F 47.3°F 45.2°F
Mar 17 46.1°F 46.9°F 45.4°F
Mar 18 46.0°F 47.5°F 45.3°F
Mar 19 46.0°F 32.0°F 45.3°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 Cardiff by month

In an average year, Cardiff offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Cardiff was recorded on August 15, 2022, reaching a 70.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 4, 2018, dipping to 39.0°F. The average readings by season are 45.7°F in Winter, 49.9°F in Spring, 64.1°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Barry 45.6°F 7mi
Newport 45.3°F 11mi
Bristol 45.5°F 25mi
Swansea 45.9°F 34mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cardiff