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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

44.2

°F

March 21, 20:42

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

43.4°F

Tomorrow:

44.4°F

Sunrise:

07:05

Sunset:

19:15

Day Length:

12 h. 10 min.

Delaware City in March

Minimum:

36.0°F

Average:

40.1°F

Maximum:

44.5°F

Sea water temperature in Delaware City today

As of now, in Delaware City, the water temperature is 44.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 48.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 41.1°F on 2018.

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 45.4°F, with minimum temperature starting at 44.4°F, while the maximum might reach 46.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Delaware City

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 7 36.5°F 40.4°F 40.6°F
Mar 8 38.4°F 40.2°F 40.5°F
Mar 9 38.5°F 41.3°F 41.9°F
Mar 10 39.1°F 40.8°F 41.9°F
Mar 11 41.7°F 40.8°F 42.8°F
Mar 12 42.4°F 41.3°F 43.3°F
Mar 13 41.8°F 42.3°F 43.1°F
Mar 14 41.7°F 42.5°F 43.7°F
Mar 15 42.9°F 42.5°F 43.8°F
Mar 16 42.8°F 42.5°F 43.6°F
Mar 17 41.2°F 42.5°F 43.9°F
Mar 18 44.3°F 45.7°F 44.6°F
Mar 19 43.4°F 45.8°F 44.6°F
Mar 20 43.4°F 46.3°F 45.1°F
Mar 21 44.2°F 45.9°F 45.0°F
Mar 22 44.4°F 47.7°F 45.2°F
Mar 23 45.1°F 48.7°F 45.9°F
Mar 24 45.1°F 48.2°F 45.9°F
Mar 25 45.3°F 48.0°F 46.1°F
Mar 26 45.6°F 49.2°F 46.5°F
Mar 27 45.9°F 48.1°F 46.7°F
Mar 28 46.5°F 49.1°F 47.3°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.

Sea water temperature in Delaware City by month

In Delaware City, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 96 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, 52.7°F in Spring, 77.8°F in Summer, and 64.9°F in Autumn.