What is the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale?

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 27.05°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.

80.7

°F

November 21, 05:00

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.0°F

Tomorrow:

80.5°F

Sunrise:

06:44

Sunset:

17:29

Day Length:

10 h. 45 min.

Fort Lauderdale in November

Minimum:

75.2°F

Average:

76.7°F

Maximum:

78.8°F

Sea water temperature in Fort Lauderdale today

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 80.7°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. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

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 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 81.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 79.0°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 80.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 79.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 80.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort Lauderdale

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	81.2°F	81.8°F	81.4°F
Nov 8	80.8°F	82.2°F	81.2°F
Nov 9	80.9°F	82.0°F	81.2°F
Nov 10	81.0°F	82.0°F	81.3°F
Nov 11	80.9°F	81.5°F	81.2°F
Nov 12	80.8°F	81.6°F	81.2°F
Nov 13	80.7°F	81.4°F	81.1°F
Nov 14	80.7°F	81.7°F	81.1°F
Nov 15	81.6°F	81.9°F	81.1°F
Nov 16	80.8°F	81.5°F	81.0°F
Nov 17	81.0°F	80.3°F	80.9°F
Nov 18	81.2°F	79.6°F	80.7°F
Nov 19	81.2°F	80.0°F	80.7°F
Nov 20	81.0°F	80.1°F	80.7°F
Nov 21	80.7°F	80.4°F	80.6°F
Nov 22	80.5°F	79.8°F	80.4°F
Nov 23	80.3°F	80.7°F	80.2°F
Nov 24	80.2°F	81.0°F	80.1°F
Nov 25	80.2°F	80.3°F	80.0°F
Nov 26	80.2°F	80.1°F	80.1°F
Nov 27	80.0°F	80.1°F	79.8°F
Nov 28	79.9°F	80.1°F	79.8°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	80.3°F	8mi
Boca Raton	81.5°F	17mi
Miami Beach	80.6°F	23mi
Miami	79.9°F	24mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort Lauderdale