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Water temperature in Delaware City

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Delaware City. 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 Delaware City now

67.4

°F

October 18, 03:36

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.9°F

Tomorrow:

66.5°F

Sunrise:

07:15

Sunset:

18:19

Day Length:

11 h. 4 min.

Delaware City in October

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

38.9°F

Maximum:

42.4°F

Sea water temperature in Delaware City today

As of now, in Delaware City, the water temperature is 67.4°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 sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall considerably.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 62.8°F on 2023.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 64.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Delaware City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 4 67.7°F 71.7°F 69.8°F
Oct 5 67.3°F 71.0°F 69.7°F
Oct 6 68.2°F 72.6°F 69.4°F
Oct 7 67.9°F 72.1°F 69.1°F
Oct 8 67.1°F 72.1°F 69.2°F
Oct 9 66.8°F 71.9°F 68.8°F
Oct 10 66.5°F 71.2°F 68.4°F
Oct 11 66.1°F 69.9°F 67.6°F
Oct 12 65.8°F 69.3°F 67.2°F
Oct 13 65.6°F 68.3°F 66.7°F
Oct 14 66.5°F 67.5°F 66.5°F
Oct 15 66.8°F 66.7°F 66.2°F
Oct 16 67.6°F 66.2°F 66.3°F
Oct 17 67.9°F 65.2°F 65.6°F
Oct 18 67.4°F 64.2°F 65.1°F
Oct 19 66.5°F 62.9°F 64.2°F
Oct 20 66.2°F 63.2°F 63.9°F
Oct 21 65.9°F 63.3°F 63.6°F
Oct 22 65.9°F 63.1°F 63.6°F
Oct 23 65.4°F 63.1°F 63.1°F
Oct 24 65.0°F 62.4°F 62.7°F
Oct 25 64.4°F 61.8°F 62.1°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.

Sea water temperature in Delaware City by month

In Delaware City, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 97 swimming days.
The warmest water in Delaware City was recorded on July 12, 2024, reaching a 86.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 24, 2025, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 39.4°F in Winter, 52.9°F in Spring, 77.9°F in Summer, and 64.9°F in Autumn.