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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

February 17, 08:57

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

45.7°F

Tomorrow:

45.2°F

Sunrise:

07:24

Sunset:

17:31

Day Length:

10 h. 7 min.

Cardiff in February

Minimum:

44.9°F

Average:

46.5°F

Maximum:

49.4°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 1.5°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 45.9°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 40.2°F on 2021.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 45.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 45.2°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 3 43.6°F 44.4°F 44.0°F
Feb 4 43.6°F 43.3°F 43.8°F
Feb 5 44.4°F 44.7°F 44.5°F
Feb 6 44.6°F 43.4°F 44.3°F
Feb 7 44.7°F 43.6°F 44.3°F
Feb 8 43.7°F 43.4°F 44.1°F
Feb 9 44.5°F 43.4°F 44.2°F
Feb 10 44.5°F 43.6°F 44.3°F
Feb 11 43.8°F 42.7°F 44.1°F
Feb 12 44.6°F 42.9°F 44.2°F
Feb 13 44.9°F 43.1°F 44.2°F
Feb 14 45.0°F 43.4°F 44.1°F
Feb 15 44.3°F 43.6°F 44.0°F
Feb 16 45.7°F 41.5°F 44.0°F
Feb 17 45.2°F 41.7°F 43.7°F
Feb 18 45.2°F 42.0°F 43.8°F
Feb 19 45.6°F 40.8°F 44.1°F
Feb 20 45.4°F 41.1°F 44.0°F
Feb 21 45.6°F 41.3°F 44.1°F
Feb 22 45.7°F 41.6°F 44.2°F
Feb 23 46.1°F 43.5°F 44.6°F
Feb 24 46.1°F 43.6°F 44.6°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 45.5°F in Winter, 50.1°F in Spring, 64.5°F in Summer, and 58.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Barry 45.7°F 7mi
Newport 44.6°F 11mi
Bristol 45.2°F 25mi
Swansea 45.6°F 34mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Cardiff