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Water temperature in Torquay

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Torquay. 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 Torquay now

54.3

°F

May 18, 01:31

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

54.3°F

Tomorrow:

54.3°F

Sunrise:

05:23

Sunset:

20:59

Day Length:

15 h. 36 min.

Torquay in May

Minimum:

49.4°F

Average:

51.2°F

Maximum:

52.2°F

Sea water temperature in Torquay today

As of now, in Torquay, the water temperature is 54.3°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 about the same as the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 57.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 51.1°F on 2021.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 55.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.3°F, while the maximum might reach 55.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Torquay

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 53.7°F 56.1°F 52.3°F
May 5 54.3°F 55.8°F 52.5°F
May 6 54.6°F 55.1°F 52.7°F
May 7 54.3°F 54.6°F 52.9°F
May 8 54.5°F 54.3°F 53.0°F
May 9 54.3°F 55.4°F 53.2°F
May 10 55.7°F 55.4°F 53.2°F
May 11 55.7°F 55.3°F 53.1°F
May 12 55.6°F 55.2°F 53.0°F
May 13 55.5°F 55.9°F 53.2°F
May 14 55.0°F 56.1°F 53.4°F
May 15 54.7°F 57.2°F 53.8°F
May 16 55.0°F 56.7°F 54.1°F
May 17 54.3°F 58.0°F 54.4°F
May 18 54.3°F 57.6°F 54.3°F
May 19 54.3°F 57.3°F 54.4°F
May 20 54.8°F 57.8°F 54.8°F
May 21 55.0°F 57.3°F 55.0°F
May 22 55.3°F 57.9°F 55.4°F
May 23 55.3°F 58.4°F 55.4°F
May 24 55.4°F 57.9°F 55.5°F
May 25 55.5°F 57.0°F 55.5°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 Torquay by month

In an average year, Torquay offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Torquay was recorded on August 15, 2022, reaching a 68.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 22, 2018, dipping to 44.8°F. The average readings by season are 50.5°F in Winter, 51.1°F in Spring, 61.2°F in Summer, and 59.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Plymouth 53.8°F 28mi
Barry 53.4°F 66mi
Bristol 55.1°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Torquay