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Water temperature in Gulfport

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Gulfport. 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 Gulfport now

78.6

°F

May 1, 18:58

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

77.7°F

Tomorrow:

79.0°F

Sunrise:

06:13

Sunset:

19:34

Day Length:

13 h. 21 min.

Gulfport in May

Minimum:

53.2°F

Average:

59.4°F

Maximum:

64.1°F

Sea water temperature in Gulfport today

As of now, in Gulfport, the water temperature is 78.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 72.1°F on 2018.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above 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 79.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.0°F, while the maximum might reach 80.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Gulfport

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 17 76.3°F 70.6°F 71.5°F
Apr 18 75.8°F 71.2°F 71.7°F
Apr 19 76.5°F 71.2°F 72.0°F
Apr 20 75.7°F 71.8°F 71.9°F
Apr 21 74.7°F 71.5°F 72.1°F
Apr 22 74.9°F 73.6°F 72.3°F
Apr 23 72.8°F 73.3°F 72.5°F
Apr 24 73.4°F 74.6°F 72.8°F
Apr 25 73.9°F 75.1°F 72.9°F
Apr 26 75.3°F 77.0°F 73.3°F
Apr 27 76.2°F 78.2°F 73.9°F
Apr 28 76.4°F 79.6°F 74.1°F
Apr 29 77.5°F 79.8°F 74.4°F
Apr 30 77.7°F 81.3°F 74.8°F
May 1 78.6°F 80.4°F 74.8°F
May 2 79.0°F 80.0°F 75.2°F
May 3 79.3°F 79.4°F 75.5°F
May 4 79.6°F 79.0°F 75.8°F
May 5 79.8°F 78.6°F 76.0°F
May 6 80.2°F 78.5°F 76.4°F
May 7 80.0°F 78.4°F 76.2°F
May 8 79.6°F 76.3°F 75.8°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 Gulfport by month

In Gulfport, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 183 swimming days.
The warmest water in Gulfport was recorded on August 5, 2023, reaching a 89.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 3, 2026, dipping to 49.1°F. The average readings by season are 58.8°F in Winter, 71.9°F in Spring, 85.4°F in Summer, and 76.2°F in Autumn.