What is the current water temperature in Daytona Beach?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Daytona Beach?

As of now, in Daytona Beach, the water temperature is 18.89°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

United States > Daytona Beach

Water temperature in Daytona Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Daytona Beach. 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.

66.0

°F

December 28, 15:01

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

65.9°F

Tomorrow:

66.2°F

Sunrise:

07:17

Sunset:

17:34

Day Length:

10 h. 17 min.

Daytona Beach in January

Minimum:

62.1°F

Average:

66.7°F

Maximum:

72.9°F

Sea water temperature in Daytona Beach today

As of now, in Daytona Beach, the water temperature is 66.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is about the same as 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 72.1°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 60.8°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 66.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.1°F, while the maximum might reach 67.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Daytona Beach

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	66.9°F	63.7°F	66.7°F
Jan 2	67.2°F	63.1°F	67.0°F
Jan 3	67.1°F	63.2°F	67.0°F
Jan 4	66.8°F	61.6°F	66.6°F
Dec 14	66.1°F	65.1°F	67.7°F
Dec 15	66.5°F	65.3°F	67.5°F
Dec 16	66.2°F	65.6°F	67.6°F
Dec 17	66.0°F	65.1°F	67.6°F
Dec 18	66.2°F	66.2°F	67.7°F
Dec 19	65.1°F	66.4°F	67.5°F
Dec 20	65.6°F	66.8°F	68.0°F
Dec 21	65.8°F	65.9°F	67.2°F
Dec 22	65.3°F	65.4°F	66.8°F
Dec 23	65.4°F	65.3°F	66.5°F
Dec 24	64.3°F	64.5°F	66.0°F
Dec 25	65.2°F	64.8°F	66.3°F
Dec 26	65.9°F	62.9°F	66.3°F
Dec 27	65.9°F	63.3°F	66.2°F
Dec 28	66.0°F	60.8°F	65.8°F
Dec 29	66.2°F	62.6°F	66.0°F
Dec 30	66.3°F	63.8°F	66.2°F
Dec 31	66.1°F	62.0°F	66.0°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 Daytona Beach by month

In Daytona Beach, the months May through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 203 swimming days.

The warmest water in Daytona Beach was recorded on August 20, 2025, reaching a 86.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 28, 2025, dipping to 53.7°F. The average readings by season are 65.3°F in Winter, 71.5°F in Spring, 81.8°F in Summer, and 78.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Titusville	69.6°F	43mi
Saint Augustine	63.8°F	50mi
Cocoa Beach	70.0°F	66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Daytona Beach