What is the current water temperature in Cleveland?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Cleveland?

As of now, in Cleveland, the water temperature is 21.5°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 Cleveland

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cleveland. 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.

70.7

°F

September 17, 16:53

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

70.3°F

Tomorrow:

70.8°F

Sunrise:

07:09

Sunset:

19:33

Day Length:

12 h. 24 min.

Cleveland in September

Minimum:

33.5°F

Average:

37.0°F

Maximum:

39.1°F

Water temperature in Cleveland today

As of now, in Cleveland, the water temperature is 70.7°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 1.5°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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 water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 69.9°F on 2017.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 70.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cleveland

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 3	72.0°F	74.0°F	74.3°F
Sep 4	71.9°F	73.7°F	74.1°F
Sep 5	71.6°F	73.4°F	74.1°F
Sep 6	71.1°F	73.4°F	74.2°F
Sep 7	70.7°F	72.7°F	74.0°F
Sep 8	70.4°F	71.7°F	73.5°F
Sep 9	70.3°F	70.6°F	73.3°F
Sep 10	69.9°F	70.3°F	72.9°F
Sep 11	69.9°F	71.2°F	72.8°F
Sep 12	70.7°F	71.2°F	72.7°F
Sep 13	70.9°F	71.2°F	72.4°F
Sep 14	70.8°F	70.8°F	72.1°F
Sep 15	70.5°F	70.9°F	72.0°F
Sep 16	70.3°F	71.2°F	72.0°F
Sep 17	70.7°F	71.2°F	72.2°F
Sep 18	70.8°F	71.1°F	72.3°F
Sep 19	70.6°F	71.2°F	72.1°F
Sep 20	70.6°F	71.5°F	72.1°F
Sep 21	70.6°F	72.1°F	72.1°F
Sep 22	70.6°F	72.2°F	72.1°F
Sep 23	70.3°F	72.9°F	71.8°F
Sep 24	69.8°F	72.6°F	71.3°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.

Water temperature in Cleveland by month

In Cleveland, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 68 swimming days.

The warmest water in Cleveland was recorded on July 31, 2025, reaching a 82.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 13, 2015, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 37.4°F in Winter, 45.0°F in Spring, 72.8°F in Summer, and 62.6°F in Autumn.