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 16.44°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

61.6

°F

August 4, 17:38

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.1°F

Tomorrow:

62.0°F

Sunrise:

05:28

Sunset:

21:20

Day Length:

15 h. 52 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 61.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.8°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 60.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 57.7°F on 2017.

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 62.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.0°F, while the maximum might reach 62.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Houston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 21	60.4°F	60.0°F	59.0°F
Jul 22	60.5°F	59.9°F	59.0°F
Jul 23	61.4°F	59.8°F	59.1°F
Jul 24	60.9°F	59.9°F	58.9°F
Jul 25	60.8°F	59.6°F	58.8°F
Jul 26	61.5°F	59.5°F	59.0°F
Jul 27	61.4°F	59.3°F	59.0°F
Jul 28	61.1°F	59.1°F	59.0°F
Jul 29	60.8°F	58.7°F	58.8°F
Jul 30	60.1°F	59.3°F	58.6°F
Jul 31	60.7°F	59.1°F	58.7°F
Aug 1	60.4°F	59.6°F	58.6°F
Aug 2	61.3°F	59.1°F	58.6°F
Aug 3	61.1°F	59.0°F	58.6°F
Aug 4	61.6°F	59.5°F	58.8°F
Aug 5	62.0°F	59.9°F	59.1°F
Aug 6	62.1°F	60.1°F	59.3°F
Aug 7	62.4°F	60.3°F	59.6°F
Aug 8	62.4°F	60.8°F	59.6°F
Aug 9	62.5°F	60.9°F	59.6°F
Aug 10	62.5°F	60.9°F	59.7°F
Aug 11	62.5°F	60.9°F	59.7°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	61.7°F	5mi
Alexandria	61.6°F	9mi
Ayr	60.0°F	28mi
Falkirk	58.8°F	31mi
Fort William	57.2°F	69mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Houston