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Water temperature in Charleston

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

67.4

°F

November 21, 04:47

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.3°F

Tomorrow:

67.0°F

Sunrise:

06:56

Sunset:

17:15

Day Length:

10 h. 19 min.

Charleston in November

Minimum:

50.6°F

Average:

57.5°F

Maximum:

63.5°F

Sea water temperature in Charleston today

As of now, in Charleston, 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 3.7°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably 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 67.9°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 60.5°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Charleston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 7 70.8°F 62.9°F 68.8°F
Nov 8 71.6°F 64.8°F 68.9°F
Nov 9 71.0°F 64.2°F 68.3°F
Nov 10 70.3°F 64.4°F 67.6°F
Nov 11 69.9°F 63.8°F 67.2°F
Nov 12 69.6°F 64.2°F 66.9°F
Nov 13 69.5°F 64.3°F 66.8°F
Nov 14 69.2°F 64.1°F 66.5°F
Nov 15 69.6°F 63.6°F 66.2°F
Nov 16 68.4°F 63.8°F 65.9°F
Nov 17 66.6°F 64.1°F 65.6°F
Nov 18 65.5°F 64.2°F 65.2°F
Nov 19 66.5°F 63.9°F 64.7°F
Nov 20 67.3°F 62.8°F 64.3°F
Nov 21 67.4°F 62.1°F 63.7°F
Nov 22 67.0°F 62.4°F 63.3°F
Nov 23 66.3°F 62.7°F 62.6°F
Nov 24 65.5°F 60.9°F 61.8°F
Nov 25 65.4°F 61.2°F 61.7°F
Nov 26 65.3°F 61.0°F 61.6°F
Nov 27 65.2°F 60.3°F 61.5°F
Nov 28 65.3°F 60.9°F 61.6°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 Charleston by month

In Charleston, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 156 swimming days.
The warmest water in Charleston was recorded on July 19, 2024, reaching a 87.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on December 29, 2022, dipping to 47.1°F. The average readings by season are 57.8°F in Winter, 67.1°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 73.7°F in Autumn.