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Water temperature in Petersburg

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Petersburg. 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 Petersburg now

41.8

°F

April 17, 20:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

42.0°F

Tomorrow:

42.0°F

Sunrise:

05:39

Sunset:

20:05

Day Length:

14 h. 26 min.

Petersburg in April

Minimum:

39.5°F

Average:

41.6°F

Maximum:

43.0°F

Sea water temperature in Petersburg today

As of now, in Petersburg, the water temperature is 41.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is about the same as 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 44.3°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 39.7°F on 2020.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 43.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 42.0°F, while the maximum might reach 43.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Petersburg

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 3 41.3°F 41.7°F 41.2°F
Apr 4 41.3°F 41.6°F 41.1°F
Apr 5 40.9°F 41.6°F 41.1°F
Apr 6 41.0°F 41.6°F 41.1°F
Apr 7 41.1°F 41.7°F 41.3°F
Apr 8 41.2°F 41.7°F 41.3°F
Apr 9 41.2°F 41.6°F 41.4°F
Apr 10 41.2°F 41.7°F 41.4°F
Apr 11 41.4°F 41.6°F 41.3°F
Apr 12 41.5°F 41.7°F 41.4°F
Apr 13 41.5°F 41.7°F 41.5°F
Apr 14 41.7°F 42.0°F 41.7°F
Apr 15 41.9°F 42.1°F 41.8°F
Apr 16 42.0°F 42.4°F 41.9°F
Apr 17 41.8°F 42.6°F 41.9°F
Apr 18 42.0°F 42.4°F 42.2°F
Apr 19 42.6°F 43.5°F 42.7°F
Apr 20 43.0°F 43.9°F 43.1°F
Apr 21 43.3°F 44.3°F 43.4°F
Apr 22 43.6°F 45.0°F 43.8°F
Apr 23 43.8°F 45.0°F 43.9°F
Apr 24 43.7°F 44.8°F 43.9°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 Petersburg by month

In an average year, Petersburg offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Petersburg was recorded on July 7, 2019, reaching a 60.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 13, 2023, dipping to 37.5°F. The average readings by season are 41.1°F in Winter, 43.2°F in Spring, 53.2°F in Summer, and 46.4°F in Autumn.