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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

44.6

°F

March 25, 23:20

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

45.5°F

Tomorrow:

44.9°F

Sunrise:

06:03

Sunset:

18:36

Day Length:

12 h. 33 min.

Edinburgh in April

Minimum:

44.3°F

Average:

44.8°F

Maximum:

45.8°F

Sea water temperature in Edinburgh today

As of now, in Edinburgh, the water temperature is 44.6°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 1.2°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 44.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 40.4°F on 2018.

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 45.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 44.9°F, while the maximum might reach 45.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Edinburgh

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 11 44.6°F 43.7°F 42.7°F
Mar 12 44.7°F 43.4°F 42.6°F
Mar 13 44.0°F 43.0°F 42.6°F
Mar 14 43.4°F 43.2°F 42.5°F
Mar 15 43.0°F 43.1°F 42.5°F
Mar 16 43.9°F 42.6°F 42.5°F
Mar 17 43.2°F 42.6°F 42.7°F
Mar 18 44.3°F 43.2°F 43.0°F
Mar 19 43.8°F 43.4°F 42.9°F
Mar 20 43.5°F 42.8°F 43.0°F
Mar 21 44.7°F 43.3°F 43.3°F
Mar 22 43.9°F 43.3°F 43.4°F
Mar 23 44.5°F 43.3°F 43.3°F
Mar 24 45.5°F 43.2°F 43.4°F
Mar 25 44.6°F 44.0°F 43.4°F
Mar 26 44.9°F 44.5°F 43.7°F
Mar 27 44.9°F 44.4°F 43.7°F
Mar 28 45.1°F 45.4°F 43.9°F
Mar 29 45.1°F 45.3°F 43.9°F
Mar 30 45.1°F 44.7°F 43.9°F
Mar 31 45.4°F 45.5°F 44.2°F
Apr 1 45.4°F 45.2°F 44.2°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.