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Water temperature in Sheffield

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

51.2

°F

May 9, 03:18

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

50.5°F

Tomorrow:

52.0°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

20:34

Day Length:

14 h. 18 min.

Sheffield in May

Minimum:

33.7°F

Average:

37.2°F

Maximum:

39.7°F

Water temperature in Sheffield today

As of now, in Sheffield, the water temperature is 51.2°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 0.3°F lower 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

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 56.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 48.9°F on 2023.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 52.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 51.6°F, while the maximum might reach 54.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Sheffield

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 25 45.4°F 50.0°F 46.1°F
Apr 26 45.9°F 50.9°F 46.7°F
Apr 27 46.6°F 50.7°F 46.7°F
Apr 28 49.6°F 50.5°F 47.4°F
Apr 29 51.9°F 51.9°F 47.8°F
Apr 30 51.0°F 51.0°F 47.9°F
May 1 53.0°F 49.5°F 48.3°F
May 2 51.2°F 49.3°F 48.5°F
May 3 52.3°F 53.5°F 49.5°F
May 4 52.1°F 50.7°F 49.7°F
May 5 52.3°F 52.2°F 49.6°F
May 6 52.6°F 54.2°F 50.0°F
May 7 52.8°F 56.4°F 51.0°F
May 8 50.5°F 53.9°F 50.8°F
May 9 51.2°F 56.4°F 51.5°F
May 10 52.0°F 53.6°F 52.3°F
May 11 51.6°F 53.2°F 51.9°F
May 12 52.6°F 54.2°F 52.9°F
May 13 52.6°F 54.3°F 52.9°F
May 14 52.3°F 53.9°F 52.6°F
May 15 53.6°F 60.1°F 53.9°F
May 16 54.5°F 60.2°F 54.8°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 Sheffield by month

In Sheffield, the months July through August offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 67 swimming days.
The warmest water in Sheffield was recorded on August 30, 2021, reaching a 80.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 10, 2018, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 36.7°F in Winter, 44.7°F in Spring, 73.0°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Lorain 51.2°F 5mi
Cleveland 55.3°F 21mi
Detroit 52.0°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Sheffield