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Water temperature in Lorain

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lorain. 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.
Water temperature in Lorain now

70.5

°F

September 18, 01:47

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.3°F

Tomorrow:

70.4°F

Sunrise:

07:12

Sunset:

19:33

Day Length:

12 h. 21 min.

Lorain in September

Minimum:

32.5°F

Average:

36.0°F

Maximum:

38.4°F

Water temperature in Lorain today

As of now, in Lorain, the water temperature is 70.5°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 1.7°F lower than 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 stay about the same.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 69.4°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 70.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 69.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 70.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Lorain

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 4 72.2°F 73.8°F 74.1°F
Sep 5 71.9°F 73.4°F 74.2°F
Sep 6 71.2°F 73.5°F 74.1°F
Sep 7 70.9°F 73.0°F 74.0°F
Sep 8 70.4°F 71.6°F 73.5°F
Sep 9 70.1°F 70.9°F 73.1°F
Sep 10 70.1°F 70.1°F 72.7°F
Sep 11 70.2°F 70.8°F 72.7°F
Sep 12 69.8°F 70.9°F 72.4°F
Sep 13 70.1°F 70.8°F 72.1°F
Sep 14 70.0°F 71.0°F 71.9°F
Sep 15 70.2°F 71.3°F 72.0°F
Sep 16 70.5°F 71.4°F 71.9°F
Sep 17 70.3°F 71.5°F 72.0°F
Sep 18 70.5°F 71.3°F 72.1°F
Sep 19 70.4°F 71.8°F 72.1°F
Sep 20 70.4°F 71.9°F 72.0°F
Sep 21 70.3°F 72.2°F 72.0°F
Sep 22 70.4°F 73.2°F 72.1°F
Sep 23 70.0°F 72.8°F 71.6°F
Sep 24 69.5°F 72.3°F 71.2°F
Sep 25 69.3°F 72.1°F 71.0°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.

Water temperature in Lorain by month

In Lorain, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 67 swimming days.
The warmest water in Lorain was recorded on July 31, 2025, reaching a 80.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 10, 2018, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.6°F in Winter, 44.7°F in Spring, 73.1°F in Summer, and 62.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Sheffield 70.2°F 5mi
Cleveland 70.8°F 25mi
Detroit 69.9°F 75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lorain