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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

68.2

°F

October 10, 10:30

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

69.0°F

Tomorrow:

68.0°F

Sunrise:

07:33

Sunset:

18:54

Day Length:

11 h. 21 min.

Cleveland in October

Minimum:

32.6°F

Average:

36.7°F

Maximum:

39.3°F

Water temperature in Cleveland today

As of now, in Cleveland, the water temperature is 68.2°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 2.3°F higher 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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.6°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 60.9°F on 2022.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 68.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Cleveland

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 71.2°F 72.4°F 70.8°F
Sep 27 71.4°F 72.5°F 70.6°F
Sep 28 72.1°F 72.0°F 70.2°F
Sep 29 71.6°F 71.8°F 69.8°F
Sep 30 71.7°F 71.7°F 69.5°F
Oct 1 71.3°F 71.5°F 69.3°F
Oct 2 70.7°F 71.6°F 69.0°F
Oct 3 70.0°F 71.0°F 68.7°F
Oct 4 69.6°F 70.7°F 68.4°F
Oct 5 70.0°F 70.6°F 68.0°F
Oct 6 70.0°F 70.2°F 67.6°F
Oct 7 70.5°F 69.6°F 67.5°F
Oct 8 69.9°F 68.8°F 67.1°F
Oct 9 69.0°F 68.1°F 66.5°F
Oct 10 68.2°F 67.6°F 66.0°F
Oct 11 68.0°F 66.9°F 65.8°F
Oct 12 67.7°F 66.4°F 65.5°F
Oct 13 67.5°F 65.9°F 65.2°F
Oct 14 67.1°F 65.5°F 64.9°F
Oct 15 66.6°F 64.5°F 64.3°F
Oct 16 65.9°F 63.1°F 63.6°F
Oct 17 65.3°F 61.5°F 63.1°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 62.7°F in Autumn.