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Water temperature in Edinburgh

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

58.2

°F

August 13, 22:29

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

57.9°F

Tomorrow:

58.5°F

Sunrise:

05:39

Sunset:

20:55

Day Length:

15 h. 16 min.

Edinburgh in August

Minimum:

43.0°F

Average:

44.2°F

Maximum:

45.4°F

Sea water temperature in Edinburgh today

As of now, in Edinburgh, the water temperature is 58.2°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 about the same as 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 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 aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.7°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 56.1°F on 2016.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 58.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Edinburgh

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 30 58.3°F 58.9°F 58.2°F
Jul 31 58.7°F 58.8°F 58.3°F
Aug 1 58.2°F 59.0°F 58.4°F
Aug 2 57.8°F 58.1°F 58.5°F
Aug 3 58.5°F 58.2°F 58.4°F
Aug 4 57.6°F 58.7°F 58.4°F
Aug 5 58.5°F 57.5°F 58.2°F
Aug 6 58.7°F 58.4°F 58.4°F
Aug 7 57.8°F 57.7°F 58.1°F
Aug 8 57.5°F 57.9°F 57.9°F
Aug 9 57.5°F 57.6°F 57.6°F
Aug 10 57.1°F 57.5°F 57.6°F
Aug 11 57.9°F 58.0°F 58.0°F
Aug 12 57.9°F 56.4°F 57.8°F
Aug 13 58.2°F 57.8°F 58.1°F
Aug 14 58.5°F 58.3°F 58.4°F
Aug 15 58.6°F 59.6°F 58.5°F
Aug 16 58.4°F 58.5°F 58.3°F
Aug 17 58.5°F 60.0°F 58.4°F
Aug 18 58.6°F 60.3°F 58.6°F
Aug 19 58.6°F 59.9°F 58.5°F
Aug 20 58.3°F 59.6°F 58.2°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 Edinburgh by month

In an average year, Edinburgh offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Edinburgh was recorded on July 22, 2021, reaching a 61.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 17, 2021, dipping to 39.7°F. The average readings by season are 44.1°F in Winter, 46.3°F in Spring, 56.6°F in Summer, and 53.4°F in Autumn.