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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.
Water temperature in Cleveland now

72.6

°F

August 30, 15:23

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.3°F

Tomorrow:

72.3°F

Sunrise:

06:51

Sunset:

20:04

Day Length:

13 h. 13 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 72.6°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 2.8°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent water 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 79.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 72.7°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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Cleveland

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 16 78.2°F 75.4°F 76.4°F
Aug 17 79.1°F 75.1°F 76.4°F
Aug 18 78.5°F 75.5°F 76.1°F
Aug 19 78.0°F 75.3°F 76.2°F
Aug 20 77.4°F 74.8°F 76.1°F
Aug 21 76.9°F 73.7°F 76.1°F
Aug 22 75.8°F 72.8°F 75.8°F
Aug 23 76.0°F 73.2°F 75.8°F
Aug 24 75.5°F 73.1°F 75.7°F
Aug 25 75.3°F 73.6°F 75.6°F
Aug 26 74.8°F 73.7°F 75.2°F
Aug 27 74.2°F 75.8°F 75.3°F
Aug 28 74.1°F 75.3°F 75.2°F
Aug 29 73.3°F 75.4°F 75.1°F
Aug 30 72.6°F 75.4°F 75.3°F
Aug 31 72.3°F 74.9°F 75.1°F
Sep 1 71.8°F 74.8°F 74.6°F
Sep 2 71.7°F 74.8°F 74.5°F
Sep 3 71.7°F 74.0°F 74.5°F
Sep 4 71.5°F 73.7°F 74.3°F
Sep 5 71.5°F 73.4°F 74.3°F
Sep 6 71.7°F 73.4°F 74.5°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 69 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, 72.9°F in Summer, and 62.7°F in Autumn.