What is the current water temperature in Galveston?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Galveston?

As of now, in Galveston, the water temperature is 22.88°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.

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Water temperature in Galveston

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Galveston. 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.

73.2

°F

November 21, 03:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

74.1°F

Tomorrow:

73.1°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

17:22

Day Length:

10 h. 33 min.

Galveston in November

Minimum:

55.6°F

Average:

58.4°F

Maximum:

61.5°F

Sea water temperature in Galveston today

As of now, in Galveston, the water temperature is 73.2°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 5.4°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.5°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 63.9°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 73.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Galveston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	76.6°F	71.0°F	72.8°F
Nov 8	77.0°F	71.5°F	72.7°F
Nov 9	76.7°F	73.9°F	72.4°F
Nov 10	76.1°F	73.9°F	71.8°F
Nov 11	76.2°F	73.4°F	71.8°F
Nov 12	76.0°F	73.0°F	71.6°F
Nov 13	75.4°F	72.6°F	71.1°F
Nov 14	74.6°F	72.2°F	70.3°F
Nov 15	76.0°F	71.8°F	70.3°F
Nov 16	74.9°F	69.2°F	69.8°F
Nov 17	73.9°F	68.8°F	69.3°F
Nov 18	74.8°F	67.0°F	69.1°F
Nov 19	74.6°F	67.4°F	69.0°F
Nov 20	74.1°F	68.8°F	68.5°F
Nov 21	73.2°F	69.2°F	67.8°F
Nov 22	73.1°F	68.6°F	67.7°F
Nov 23	72.7°F	68.3°F	67.3°F
Nov 24	72.6°F	68.3°F	67.2°F
Nov 25	72.2°F	66.8°F	66.8°F
Nov 26	72.0°F	66.1°F	66.6°F
Nov 27	71.6°F	65.3°F	66.2°F
Nov 28	71.3°F	65.5°F	65.9°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 Galveston by month

In Galveston, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 191 swimming days.

The warmest water in Galveston was recorded on August 18, 2024, reaching a 90.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 23, 2024, dipping to 51.4°F. The average readings by season are 60.0°F in Winter, 71.3°F in Spring, 85.5°F in Summer, and 77.6°F in Autumn.