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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

62.1

°F

May 19, 22:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.8°F

Tomorrow:

62.5°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

20:46

Day Length:

14 h. 41 min.

Lorain in May

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

36.6°F

Maximum:

39.6°F

Water temperature in Lorain today

As of now, in Lorain, the water temperature is 62.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 6.9°F higher 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 rise a bit.

Recent water 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 61.1°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 50.1°F on 2020.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 64.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.5°F, while the maximum might reach 66.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Lorain

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 52.4°F 46.0°F 49.1°F
May 6 54.2°F 48.7°F 49.5°F
May 7 56.5°F 49.0°F 50.6°F
May 8 54.4°F 48.0°F 50.7°F
May 9 55.9°F 49.2°F 51.4°F
May 10 53.7°F 51.7°F 52.2°F
May 11 53.4°F 51.4°F 51.9°F
May 12 54.3°F 52.8°F 52.8°F
May 13 54.4°F 53.1°F 52.9°F
May 14 54.1°F 54.4°F 52.6°F
May 15 58.9°F 55.7°F 53.7°F
May 16 59.5°F 54.5°F 54.5°F
May 17 60.8°F 54.6°F 54.9°F
May 18 61.8°F 54.2°F 55.5°F
May 19 62.1°F 54.2°F 55.2°F
May 20 62.5°F 53.4°F 55.5°F
May 21 63.0°F 56.0°F 56.1°F
May 22 63.2°F 56.6°F 56.2°F
May 23 64.0°F 58.5°F 57.1°F
May 24 64.6°F 58.3°F 57.7°F
May 25 65.5°F 59.8°F 58.6°F
May 26 66.2°F 59.8°F 59.3°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 August 30, 2021, reaching a 80.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 5, 2014, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.4°F in Winter, 44.3°F in Spring, 72.7°F in Summer, and 61.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Sheffield 62.2°F 5mi
Cleveland 60.7°F 25mi
Detroit 56.2°F 75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lorain