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Water temperature in Provincetown

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

46.6

°F

April 29, 23:36

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

45.3°F

Tomorrow:

47.1°F

Sunrise:

05:40

Sunset:

19:37

Day Length:

13 h. 57 min.

Provincetown in May

Minimum:

41.4°F

Average:

44.4°F

Maximum:

46.5°F

Sea water temperature in Provincetown today

As of now, in Provincetown, the water temperature is 46.6°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 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 47.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 43.3°F on 2015.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 47.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 47.1°F, while the maximum might reach 48.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Provincetown

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

 last year 10 years average
Apr 15 41.0°F 44.0°F 42.6°F
Apr 16 41.6°F 42.6°F 42.9°F
Apr 17 42.4°F 45.2°F 43.3°F
Apr 18 42.6°F 45.9°F 43.6°F
Apr 19 42.7°F 45.1°F 43.7°F
Apr 20 42.4°F 45.3°F 43.9°F
Apr 21 44.1°F 45.8°F 44.1°F
Apr 22 44.1°F 45.3°F 44.1°F
Apr 23 44.2°F 45.7°F 44.4°F
Apr 24 45.4°F 45.8°F 44.5°F
Apr 25 44.6°F 46.1°F 44.4°F
Apr 26 45.0°F 45.6°F 44.6°F
Apr 27 42.6°F 45.1°F 44.6°F
Apr 28 45.3°F 45.0°F 45.0°F
Apr 29 46.6°F 45.2°F 44.9°F
Apr 30 47.1°F 46.9°F 45.4°F
May 1 47.2°F 45.5°F 45.5°F
May 2 47.6°F 46.4°F 45.9°F
May 3 47.9°F 46.6°F 46.2°F
May 4 48.1°F 47.2°F 46.5°F
May 5 48.2°F 47.5°F 46.5°F
May 6 48.2°F 47.4°F 46.5°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 Provincetown by month

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In an average year, Provincetown offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Provincetown was recorded on July 23, 2019, reaching a 75.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2015, dipping to 34.0°F. The average readings by season are 42.9°F in Winter, 44.1°F in Spring, 64.9°F in Summer, and 59.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Plymouth 47.6°F 26mi
South Boston 47.9°F 48mi
Salem 45.5°F 49mi
Boston 47.9°F 49mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Provincetown