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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

56.3

°F

March 3, 06:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

53.8°F

Tomorrow:

56.0°F

Sunrise:

06:46

Sunset:

18:18

Day Length:

11 h. 32 min.

Charleston in March

Minimum:

51.0°F

Average:

56.7°F

Maximum:

66.7°F

Sea water temperature in Charleston today

As of now, in Charleston, the water temperature is 56.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 3.2°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 fall a bit.

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 64.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 55.8°F on 2025.

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 56.2°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
Feb 17 51.0°F 55.7°F 55.8°F
Feb 18 49.3°F 55.0°F 55.5°F
Feb 19 50.9°F 55.6°F 56.0°F
Feb 20 52.8°F 56.0°F 55.9°F
Feb 21 52.0°F 53.8°F 55.9°F
Feb 22 52.8°F 51.9°F 56.0°F
Feb 23 54.8°F 52.1°F 56.4°F
Feb 24 53.9°F 50.1°F 56.6°F
Feb 25 52.3°F 51.2°F 56.9°F
Feb 26 51.7°F 51.3°F 56.9°F
Feb 27 52.3°F 52.2°F 57.3°F
Feb 28 53.3°F 54.3°F 57.9°F
Mar 1 53.5°F 55.1°F 58.4°F
Mar 2 53.8°F 55.2°F 58.7°F
Mar 3 56.3°F 55.8°F 59.5°F
Mar 4 56.0°F 54.6°F 59.3°F
Mar 5 56.0°F 53.7°F 59.2°F
Mar 6 56.0°F 54.1°F 59.2°F
Mar 7 56.4°F 55.9°F 59.6°F
Mar 8 56.4°F 56.5°F 59.6°F
Mar 9 56.3°F 56.1°F 59.5°F
Mar 10 56.5°F 56.4°F 59.7°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 February 4, 2026, dipping to 44.0°F. The average readings by season are 56.0°F in Winter, 67.2°F in Spring, 82.8°F in Summer, and 73.4°F in Autumn.