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Water temperature in Hilton Head Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Hilton Head Island. 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 Hilton Head Island now

85.9

°F

August 5, 08:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.1°F

Tomorrow:

85.8°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

20:17

Day Length:

13 h. 37 min.

Hilton Head Island in August

Minimum:

48.0°F

Average:

55.7°F

Maximum:

62.4°F

Sea water temperature in Hilton Head Island today

As of now, in Hilton Head Island, the water temperature is 85.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.9°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 86.4°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 82.9°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Hilton Head Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 22 86.7°F 86.9°F 85.8°F
Jul 23 87.3°F 86.7°F 85.8°F
Jul 24 86.7°F 87.0°F 85.9°F
Jul 25 86.8°F 86.6°F 85.8°F
Jul 26 86.5°F 86.6°F 85.7°F
Jul 27 86.9°F 86.8°F 85.8°F
Jul 28 87.0°F 88.1°F 85.8°F
Jul 29 86.3°F 88.0°F 85.6°F
Jul 30 87.3°F 87.7°F 85.7°F
Jul 31 87.1°F 88.3°F 85.7°F
Aug 1 87.1°F 88.8°F 85.8°F
Aug 2 87.0°F 88.4°F 85.6°F
Aug 3 86.7°F 87.8°F 85.5°F
Aug 4 86.1°F 87.2°F 85.3°F
Aug 5 85.9°F 86.3°F 85.0°F
Aug 6 85.8°F 86.1°F 84.9°F
Aug 7 85.9°F 86.1°F 85.0°F
Aug 8 85.8°F 84.3°F 84.9°F
Aug 9 85.6°F 84.0°F 84.7°F
Aug 10 85.7°F 84.2°F 84.8°F
Aug 11 85.9°F 84.4°F 85.1°F
Aug 12 85.9°F 83.5°F 85.0°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 Hilton Head Island by month

In Hilton Head Island, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 164 swimming days.
The warmest water in Hilton Head Island was recorded on August 1, 2025, reaching a 88.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 24, 2025, dipping to 44.6°F. The average readings by season are 55.9°F in Winter, 68.0°F in Spring, 83.8°F in Summer, and 74.2°F in Autumn.