What is the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale?

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 25.48°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.

77.9

°F

December 21, 13:19

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

77.2°F

Tomorrow:

78.2°F

Sunrise:

07:04

Sunset:

17:34

Day Length:

10 h. 30 min.

Fort Lauderdale in December

Minimum:

75.2°F

Average:

76.7°F

Maximum:

78.9°F

Sea water temperature in Fort Lauderdale today

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 77.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. 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 79.4°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 77.3°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 77.9°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
Dec 7	78.8°F	79.5°F	79.2°F
Dec 8	78.7°F	78.6°F	79.0°F
Dec 9	78.0°F	78.5°F	78.9°F
Dec 10	78.2°F	78.8°F	78.9°F
Dec 11	78.4°F	78.1°F	78.7°F
Dec 12	78.1°F	77.9°F	78.7°F
Dec 13	78.1°F	78.0°F	78.5°F
Dec 14	78.6°F	78.3°F	78.6°F
Dec 15	77.8°F	78.2°F	78.5°F
Dec 16	77.8°F	78.0°F	78.5°F
Dec 17	77.2°F	77.8°F	78.4°F
Dec 18	77.2°F	77.7°F	78.1°F
Dec 19	77.1°F	77.3°F	78.0°F
Dec 20	77.2°F	77.4°F	78.1°F
Dec 21	77.9°F	77.8°F	77.9°F
Dec 22	78.2°F	77.9°F	78.2°F
Dec 23	78.0°F	77.9°F	78.1°F
Dec 24	78.0°F	77.5°F	78.0°F
Dec 25	77.9°F	77.3°F	78.0°F
Dec 26	78.0°F	77.1°F	78.0°F
Dec 27	77.8°F	76.8°F	77.8°F
Dec 28	77.7°F	76.6°F	77.7°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 77.0°F in Winter, 78.7°F in Spring, 84.8°F in Summer, and 83.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hollywood	78.0°F	8mi
Boca Raton	78.3°F	17mi
Miami Beach	75.9°F	23mi
Miami	74.0°F	24mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort Lauderdale