What is the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale?

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 23.64°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale. 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.

74.6

°F

January 21, 19:24

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

74.4°F

Tomorrow:

74.6°F

Sunrise:

07:09

Sunset:

17:55

Day Length:

10 h. 46 min.

Fort Lauderdale in January

Minimum:

76.2°F

Average:

77.5°F

Maximum:

79.3°F

Sea water temperature in Fort Lauderdale today

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 74.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.5°F lower 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly 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 78.0°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 73.9°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Fort Lauderdale

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 7	77.0°F	74.4°F	77.0°F
Jan 8	76.9°F	75.5°F	77.3°F
Jan 9	75.6°F	75.4°F	76.8°F
Jan 10	75.7°F	75.4°F	76.7°F
Jan 11	75.3°F	75.3°F	76.6°F
Jan 12	74.6°F	75.4°F	76.4°F
Jan 13	74.8°F	76.2°F	76.4°F
Jan 14	73.8°F	75.9°F	76.4°F
Jan 15	74.1°F	75.8°F	76.1°F
Jan 16	74.3°F	75.0°F	76.1°F
Jan 17	74.7°F	76.3°F	76.3°F
Jan 18	74.7°F	76.5°F	76.2°F
Jan 19	74.7°F	76.5°F	76.2°F
Jan 20	74.4°F	76.2°F	75.9°F
Jan 21	74.6°F	76.7°F	76.0°F
Jan 22	74.6°F	76.1°F	76.1°F
Jan 23	74.4°F	75.9°F	75.9°F
Jan 24	74.3°F	75.7°F	75.8°F
Jan 25	74.3°F	75.5°F	75.7°F
Jan 26	74.3°F	75.4°F	75.8°F
Jan 27	74.2°F	76.0°F	75.7°F
Jan 28	74.2°F	76.4°F	75.7°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 Fort Lauderdale by month

In Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Fort Lauderdale was recorded on July 15, 2023, reaching a 88.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 3, 2021, dipping to 73.0°F. The average readings by season are 76.9°F in Winter, 78.7°F in Spring, 84.9°F in Summer, and 83.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hollywood	74.3°F	8mi
Boca Raton	75.0°F	17mi
Miami Beach	73.0°F	23mi
Miami	71.9°F	24mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort Lauderdale