What is the current water temperature in Palm Beach?

As of now, in Palm Beach, the water temperature is 26.56°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Palm Beach

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Palm Beach. 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.

79.8

°F

May 2, 05:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.3°F

Tomorrow:

80.0°F

Sunrise:

06:42

Sunset:

19:53

Day Length:

13 h. 11 min.

Palm Beach in May

Minimum:

76.4°F

Average:

77.7°F

Maximum:

79.8°F

Sea water temperature in Palm Beach today

As of now, in Palm Beach, the water temperature is 79.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°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 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 80.3°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 78.1°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.0°F, while the maximum might reach 80.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Palm Beach

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 18	78.4°F	78.3°F	78.7°F
Apr 19	78.5°F	78.5°F	78.7°F
Apr 20	78.7°F	78.1°F	78.8°F
Apr 21	79.4°F	78.7°F	78.8°F
Apr 22	79.2°F	78.9°F	78.7°F
Apr 23	78.4°F	78.8°F	78.6°F
Apr 24	78.1°F	79.4°F	78.9°F
Apr 25	78.8°F	78.1°F	78.7°F
Apr 26	77.6°F	79.2°F	78.7°F
Apr 27	78.5°F	78.6°F	78.7°F
Apr 28	78.4°F	78.5°F	78.8°F
Apr 29	78.8°F	79.1°F	78.9°F
Apr 30	79.5°F	79.1°F	79.1°F
May 1	79.3°F	79.6°F	79.3°F
May 2	79.8°F	79.3°F	79.2°F
May 3	80.0°F	79.6°F	79.3°F
May 4	80.0°F	79.8°F	79.4°F
May 5	80.2°F	79.7°F	79.6°F
May 6	80.1°F	79.7°F	79.5°F
May 7	80.2°F	79.9°F	79.6°F
May 8	80.3°F	79.7°F	79.7°F
May 9	80.5°F	79.7°F	79.8°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 Palm Beach by month

In Palm Beach, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Palm Beach was recorded on August 9, 2023, reaching a 87.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 8, 2026, dipping to 72.5°F. The average readings by season are 77.3°F in Winter, 78.7°F in Spring, 84.7°F in Summer, and 83.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boca Raton	80.0°F	24mi
Fort Lauderdale	80.2°F	41mi
Hollywood	80.2°F	48mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Palm Beach