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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.
Sea temperature in Houston now

59.3

°F

July 30, 13:36

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

58.7°F

Tomorrow:

59.4°F

Sunrise:

05:18

Sunset:

21:30

Day Length:

16 h. 12 min.

Houston in August

Minimum:

46.7°F

Average:

47.0°F

Maximum:

47.6°F

Sea water temperature in Houston today

As of now, in Houston, the water temperature is 59.3°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 1.3°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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 59.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 55.5°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 59.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Houston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 16 60.0°F 57.1°F 57.7°F
Jul 17 60.6°F 57.0°F 58.0°F
Jul 18 60.3°F 57.3°F 58.1°F
Jul 19 60.3°F 57.6°F 58.3°F
Jul 20 60.2°F 57.7°F 58.6°F
Jul 21 60.0°F 57.7°F 58.6°F
Jul 22 59.9°F 57.7°F 58.6°F
Jul 23 59.8°F 57.9°F 58.6°F
Jul 24 59.9°F 57.9°F 58.5°F
Jul 25 59.6°F 57.7°F 58.4°F
Jul 26 59.5°F 58.1°F 58.5°F
Jul 27 59.3°F 58.1°F 58.5°F
Jul 28 59.1°F 59.0°F 58.5°F
Jul 29 58.7°F 58.9°F 58.3°F
Jul 30 59.3°F 58.0°F 58.0°F
Jul 31 59.4°F 58.4°F 58.1°F
Aug 1 59.3°F 58.3°F 58.0°F
Aug 2 59.3°F 58.2°F 58.0°F
Aug 3 59.3°F 58.4°F 58.0°F
Aug 4 59.7°F 59.0°F 58.4°F
Aug 5 60.1°F 59.4°F 58.8°F
Aug 6 60.2°F 59.3°F 58.9°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 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, 2015, dipping to 42.4°F. The average readings by season are 46.6°F in Winter, 47.2°F in Spring, 57.1°F in Summer, and 54.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Dumbarton 59.5°F 5mi
Alexandria 59.5°F 9mi
Ayr 61.9°F 28mi
Falkirk 61.1°F 31mi
Fort William 56.8°F 69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Houston