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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

59.0

°F

July 31, 06:11

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

58.9°F

Tomorrow:

59.2°F

Sunrise:

05:14

Sunset:

21:23

Day Length:

16 h. 9 min.

Edinburgh in August

Minimum:

43.0°F

Average:

44.3°F

Maximum:

45.4°F

Sea water temperature in Edinburgh today

As of now, in Edinburgh, the water temperature is 59.0°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 1.1°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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 60.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 55.7°F on 2015.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 59.2°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 17 58.0°F 57.9°F 57.4°F
Jul 18 58.3°F 57.9°F 57.4°F
Jul 19 60.2°F 56.2°F 57.6°F
Jul 20 59.7°F 57.5°F 57.7°F
Jul 21 59.3°F 56.8°F 57.7°F
Jul 22 58.9°F 56.6°F 57.5°F
Jul 23 59.0°F 56.7°F 57.4°F
Jul 24 59.3°F 57.4°F 57.6°F
Jul 25 60.7°F 57.8°F 57.6°F
Jul 26 59.8°F 57.3°F 57.6°F
Jul 27 60.2°F 57.1°F 57.5°F
Jul 28 58.9°F 57.8°F 57.7°F
Jul 29 58.2°F 57.3°F 57.8°F
Jul 30 58.9°F 57.8°F 57.9°F
Jul 31 59.0°F 57.7°F 57.9°F
Aug 1 59.2°F 58.0°F 58.2°F
Aug 2 59.5°F 58.8°F 58.4°F
Aug 3 59.3°F 57.8°F 58.2°F
Aug 4 59.3°F 57.9°F 58.2°F
Aug 5 59.1°F 58.3°F 58.0°F
Aug 6 59.1°F 58.8°F 58.1°F
Aug 7 59.0°F 58.4°F 57.9°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, 46.1°F in Spring, 56.4°F in Summer, and 53.3°F in Autumn.