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Water temperature in Cape Coral

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cape Coral. 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 Cape Coral now

86.9

°F

August 13, 14:44

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.0°F

Tomorrow:

86.8°F

Sunrise:

06:59

Sunset:

20:06

Day Length:

13 h. 7 min.

Cape Coral in August

Minimum:

66.3°F

Average:

69.1°F

Maximum:

71.9°F

Sea water temperature in Cape Coral today

As of now, in Cape Coral, the water temperature is 86.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 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 89.1°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 85.6°F on 2022.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cape Coral

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 30 86.5°F 88.2°F 86.8°F
Jul 31 85.7°F 88.9°F 87.0°F
Aug 1 86.1°F 89.3°F 87.1°F
Aug 2 86.4°F 89.6°F 87.2°F
Aug 3 86.6°F 89.3°F 87.1°F
Aug 4 86.9°F 90.4°F 87.0°F
Aug 5 85.9°F 89.9°F 86.8°F
Aug 6 86.3°F 89.4°F 86.9°F
Aug 7 86.2°F 89.3°F 86.9°F
Aug 8 86.0°F 89.2°F 87.0°F
Aug 9 86.3°F 89.1°F 86.8°F
Aug 10 85.9°F 89.0°F 86.7°F
Aug 11 85.6°F 89.1°F 86.8°F
Aug 12 86.0°F 88.1°F 87.1°F
Aug 13 86.9°F 88.0°F 87.1°F
Aug 14 86.8°F 87.7°F 87.0°F
Aug 15 86.6°F 87.4°F 86.8°F
Aug 16 86.9°F 88.2°F 87.2°F
Aug 17 86.9°F 89.1°F 87.1°F
Aug 18 87.0°F 89.2°F 87.2°F
Aug 19 87.0°F 89.4°F 87.2°F
Aug 20 87.0°F 88.8°F 87.2°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 Cape Coral by month

In Cape Coral, the months March through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 252 swimming days.
The warmest water in Cape Coral was recorded on August 4, 2025, reaching a 90.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 6, 2026, dipping to 56.9°F. The average readings by season are 69.2°F in Winter, 77.5°F in Spring, 86.3°F in Summer, and 80.7°F in Autumn.