What is the current water temperature in Houston?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Houston?

As of now, in Houston, the water temperature is 14.4°C. 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.

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Water temperature in Houston

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Houston. 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.

57.9

°F

June 23, 12:54

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

56.6°F

Tomorrow:

58.1°F

Sunrise:

04:33

Sunset:

22:08

Day Length:

17 h. 35 min.

Houston in June

Minimum:

46.5°F

Average:

47.0°F

Maximum:

47.9°F

Sea water temperature in Houston today

As of now, in Houston, the water temperature is 57.9°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 2.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 58.5°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 53.1°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 58.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 58.1°F, while the maximum might reach 59.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Houston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 9	54.8°F	54.5°F	54.2°F
Jun 10	55.1°F	54.7°F	54.3°F
Jun 11	56.5°F	55.2°F	54.6°F
Jun 12	55.8°F	54.6°F	54.7°F
Jun 13	56.1°F	55.3°F	55.0°F
Jun 14	56.0°F	55.0°F	55.1°F
Jun 15	56.6°F	55.1°F	55.3°F
Jun 16	56.3°F	54.9°F	55.1°F
Jun 17	55.6°F	54.8°F	54.8°F
Jun 18	55.6°F	55.8°F	55.0°F
Jun 19	55.2°F	56.4°F	54.8°F
Jun 20	55.6°F	57.1°F	54.9°F
Jun 21	56.2°F	58.2°F	55.1°F
Jun 22	56.6°F	58.6°F	55.3°F
Jun 23	57.9°F	58.5°F	55.3°F
Jun 24	58.1°F	58.4°F	55.5°F
Jun 25	58.6°F	58.5°F	56.0°F
Jun 26	58.8°F	58.5°F	56.2°F
Jun 27	59.2°F	58.9°F	56.6°F
Jun 28	59.2°F	58.9°F	56.6°F
Jun 29	59.3°F	58.6°F	56.7°F
Jun 30	59.4°F	58.5°F	56.8°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 Houston by month

In an average year, Houston offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Houston was recorded on July 22, 2021, reaching a 62.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2016, dipping to 42.8°F. The average readings by season are 46.7°F in Winter, 47.3°F in Spring, 57.3°F in Summer, and 54.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Dumbarton	57.9°F	5mi
Alexandria	57.8°F	9mi
Ayr	56.5°F	28mi
Falkirk	55.4°F	31mi
Fort William	53.6°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Houston