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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 29, 22:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

62.6°F

Tomorrow:

62.6°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

20:54

Day Length:

14 h. 55 min.

Lorain in June

Minimum:

33.0°F

Average:

36.8°F

Maximum:

39.3°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 1.2°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.1°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 54.5°F on 2020.

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 63.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.6°F, while the maximum might reach 64.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Lorain

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 15 55.9°F 54.6°F 54.2°F
May 16 56.8°F 58.6°F 55.3°F
May 17 56.9°F 58.5°F 55.7°F
May 18 58.1°F 58.9°F 56.0°F
May 19 59.7°F 59.1°F 56.3°F
May 20 60.6°F 57.3°F 56.6°F
May 21 60.4°F 57.2°F 57.1°F
May 22 59.3°F 57.4°F 57.4°F
May 23 58.7°F 57.4°F 58.0°F
May 24 59.8°F 58.3°F 58.8°F
May 25 59.9°F 58.6°F 59.8°F
May 26 60.2°F 58.4°F 60.3°F
May 27 60.7°F 58.9°F 60.4°F
May 28 62.6°F 58.6°F 60.7°F
May 29 62.1°F 57.7°F 60.9°F
May 30 62.6°F 58.5°F 61.4°F
May 31 63.3°F 59.7°F 62.1°F
Jun 1 63.6°F 59.7°F 62.4°F
Jun 2 64.2°F 59.5°F 63.0°F
Jun 3 64.0°F 59.7°F 62.9°F
Jun 4 64.9°F 61.6°F 63.7°F
Jun 5 64.9°F 63.0°F 63.8°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.

Water temperature in Lorain by month

In Lorain, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 70 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 36.5°F in Winter, 45.0°F in Spring, 73.3°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Sheffield 61.6°F 5mi
Cleveland 64.2°F 25mi
Detroit 59.1°F 75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Lorain