What is the current water temperature in Cape Coral?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Cape Coral?

As of now, in Cape Coral, the water temperature is 19.65°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

67.4

°F

February 16, 06:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

66.2°F

Tomorrow:

67.5°F

Sunrise:

07:03

Sunset:

18:21

Day Length:

11 h. 18 min.

Cape Coral in February

Minimum:

64.0°F

Average:

70.0°F

Maximum:

74.9°F

Sea water temperature in Cape Coral today

As of now, in Cape Coral, the water temperature is 67.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 3.8°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 77.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 64.6°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 68.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 67.5°F, while the maximum might reach 68.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Cape Coral

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 2	62.2°F	65.6°F	66.1°F
Feb 3	61.2°F	65.8°F	66.0°F
Feb 4	59.8°F	66.2°F	66.1°F
Feb 5	58.8°F	67.0°F	66.2°F
Feb 6	56.9°F	68.5°F	66.1°F
Feb 7	57.4°F	70.1°F	66.6°F
Feb 8	57.9°F	71.6°F	67.2°F
Feb 9	59.6°F	72.8°F	67.5°F
Feb 10	58.6°F	73.3°F	67.7°F
Feb 11	60.7°F	74.1°F	68.7°F
Feb 12	60.7°F	76.0°F	68.9°F
Feb 13	61.8°F	76.1°F	69.5°F
Feb 14	64.6°F	76.6°F	70.6°F
Feb 15	66.2°F	75.7°F	70.2°F
Feb 16	67.4°F	77.8°F	71.2°F
Feb 17	67.5°F	77.2°F	71.3°F
Feb 18	68.1°F	76.4°F	71.9°F
Feb 19	68.2°F	74.9°F	71.9°F
Feb 20	68.1°F	74.5°F	71.9°F
Feb 21	68.0°F	73.3°F	71.8°F
Feb 22	68.0°F	72.7°F	71.7°F
Feb 23	68.0°F	72.3°F	71.8°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 251 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 69.3°F in Winter, 77.5°F in Spring, 86.2°F in Summer, and 80.7°F in Autumn.