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 7.3°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.

45.1

°F

March 21, 13:31

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

44.7°F

Tomorrow:

45.3°F

Sunrise:

06:19

Sunset:

18:33

Day Length:

12 h. 14 min.

Houston in March

Minimum:

46.7°F

Average:

47.3°F

Maximum:

48.4°F

Sea water temperature in Houston today

As of now, in Houston, the water temperature is 45.1°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 0.5°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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.1°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 43.8°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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 45.5°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
Mar 7	44.5°F	44.7°F	44.3°F
Mar 8	44.7°F	44.7°F	44.3°F
Mar 9	44.4°F	45.2°F	44.4°F
Mar 10	44.7°F	45.0°F	44.3°F
Mar 11	44.5°F	45.2°F	44.3°F
Mar 12	45.3°F	45.1°F	44.3°F
Mar 13	44.9°F	44.9°F	44.1°F
Mar 14	44.4°F	44.7°F	44.0°F
Mar 15	44.7°F	44.7°F	44.0°F
Mar 16	44.5°F	45.0°F	44.1°F
Mar 17	44.4°F	45.1°F	44.2°F
Mar 18	44.8°F	45.2°F	44.4°F
Mar 19	44.8°F	45.0°F	44.5°F
Mar 20	44.7°F	45.1°F	44.6°F
Mar 21	45.1°F	45.1°F	44.7°F
Mar 22	45.3°F	45.3°F	44.8°F
Mar 23	45.4°F	45.4°F	45.0°F
Mar 24	45.4°F	45.4°F	44.9°F
Mar 25	45.4°F	45.5°F	45.0°F
Mar 26	45.6°F	45.5°F	45.1°F
Mar 27	45.6°F	45.5°F	45.1°F
Mar 28	45.6°F	45.8°F	45.2°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 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	45.2°F	5mi
Alexandria	45.2°F	9mi
Ayr	46.1°F	28mi
Falkirk	44.6°F	31mi
Fort William	44.1°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Houston