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 15.31°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.

59.6

°F

July 14, 13:47

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

59.2°F

Tomorrow:

59.6°F

Sunrise:

04:52

Sunset:

21:55

Day Length:

17 h. 3 min.

Houston in July

Minimum:

46.5°F

Average:

47.0°F

Maximum:

47.4°F

Sea water temperature in Houston today

As of now, in Houston, the water temperature is 59.6°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 2.0°F higher than 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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.7°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 56.2°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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 60.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 59.6°F, while the maximum might reach 60.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Houston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 30	59.5°F	58.5°F	57.0°F
Jul 1	58.7°F	58.2°F	57.0°F
Jul 2	58.6°F	58.2°F	57.1°F
Jul 3	59.3°F	58.5°F	57.2°F
Jul 4	58.7°F	59.1°F	57.4°F
Jul 5	58.7°F	59.1°F	57.4°F
Jul 6	59.6°F	59.0°F	57.5°F
Jul 7	59.3°F	58.9°F	57.5°F
Jul 8	59.5°F	59.3°F	57.7°F
Jul 9	59.6°F	58.7°F	57.7°F
Jul 10	60.0°F	58.0°F	57.5°F
Jul 11	59.7°F	58.9°F	57.4°F
Jul 12	59.3°F	60.0°F	57.4°F
Jul 13	59.2°F	60.7°F	57.4°F
Jul 14	59.6°F	61.7°F	57.6°F
Jul 15	59.6°F	60.9°F	57.6°F
Jul 16	59.8°F	60.0°F	57.8°F
Jul 17	60.2°F	60.6°F	58.2°F
Jul 18	60.3°F	60.3°F	58.3°F
Jul 19	60.5°F	60.3°F	58.6°F
Jul 20	60.9°F	60.2°F	58.9°F
Jul 21	60.8°F	60.0°F	58.8°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, 57.4°F in Summer, and 54.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Dumbarton	59.6°F	5mi
Alexandria	59.6°F	9mi
Ayr	58.4°F	28mi
Falkirk	60.5°F	31mi
Fort William	56.0°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Houston