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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

83.5

°F

July 14, 05:19

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.5°F

Tomorrow:

83.5°F

Sunrise:

06:22

Sunset:

20:29

Day Length:

14 h. 7 min.

Charleston in July

Minimum:

48.3°F

Average:

57.1°F

Maximum:

65.0°F

Sea water temperature in Charleston today

As of now, in Charleston, the water temperature is 83.5°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 0.6°F lower 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 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 86.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 82.7°F on 2015.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Charleston

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 30 84.1°F 84.3°F 82.5°F
Jul 1 84.7°F 84.4°F 82.7°F
Jul 2 84.4°F 84.3°F 82.9°F
Jul 3 84.4°F 83.9°F 83.1°F
Jul 4 82.6°F 84.4°F 83.0°F
Jul 5 82.5°F 84.2°F 83.2°F
Jul 6 83.2°F 84.5°F 83.5°F
Jul 7 82.9°F 85.2°F 83.7°F
Jul 8 83.2°F 85.7°F 83.7°F
Jul 9 84.1°F 85.6°F 83.8°F
Jul 10 84.2°F 85.4°F 83.9°F
Jul 11 84.2°F 86.4°F 83.9°F
Jul 12 84.1°F 86.1°F 83.9°F
Jul 13 83.5°F 86.1°F 83.8°F
Jul 14 83.5°F 86.0°F 84.0°F
Jul 15 83.5°F 86.1°F 84.1°F
Jul 16 83.7°F 86.5°F 84.2°F
Jul 17 83.7°F 86.7°F 84.3°F
Jul 18 83.6°F 86.6°F 84.2°F
Jul 19 84.1°F 87.3°F 84.6°F
Jul 20 83.8°F 85.2°F 84.3°F
Jul 21 83.8°F 85.1°F 84.4°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 157 swimming days.
The warmest water in Charleston was recorded on July 19, 2024, reaching a 87.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 26, 2025, dipping to 44.2°F. The average readings by season are 57.0°F in Winter, 67.2°F in Spring, 82.8°F in Summer, and 73.7°F in Autumn.