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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

87.4

°F

July 5, 10:55

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

87.5°F

Tomorrow:

87.5°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

20:25

Day Length:

13 h. 45 min.

Cape Coral in July

Minimum:

66.8°F

Average:

69.6°F

Maximum:

71.8°F

Sea water temperature in Cape Coral today

As of now, in Cape Coral, the water temperature is 87.4°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 0.9°F higher than 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 84.7°F on 2021.

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 87.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 87.5°F, while the maximum might reach 88.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Cape Coral

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 21 87.6°F 86.0°F 85.4°F
Jun 22 87.3°F 86.7°F 85.6°F
Jun 23 88.0°F 86.2°F 85.8°F
Jun 24 88.4°F 86.0°F 85.8°F
Jun 25 88.5°F 85.6°F 85.9°F
Jun 26 88.1°F 85.7°F 86.0°F
Jun 27 87.4°F 85.2°F 86.1°F
Jun 28 87.4°F 85.7°F 86.2°F
Jun 29 87.5°F 85.5°F 86.2°F
Jun 30 87.2°F 85.6°F 86.2°F
Jul 1 87.6°F 85.6°F 86.3°F
Jul 2 87.8°F 85.3°F 86.3°F
Jul 3 87.5°F 85.0°F 86.3°F
Jul 4 87.5°F 85.0°F 86.3°F
Jul 5 87.4°F 85.4°F 86.5°F
Jul 6 87.5°F 84.6°F 86.6°F
Jul 7 87.7°F 85.0°F 86.8°F
Jul 8 87.8°F 84.6°F 86.9°F
Jul 9 87.9°F 84.6°F 87.0°F
Jul 10 88.0°F 85.2°F 87.1°F
Jul 11 88.0°F 85.3°F 87.1°F
Jul 12 88.1°F 86.0°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.