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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

70.8

°F

September 7, 08:29

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.2°F

Tomorrow:

70.4°F

Sunrise:

07:00

Sunset:

19:52

Day Length:

12 h. 52 min.

Sheffield in September

Minimum:

32.5°F

Average:

36.1°F

Maximum:

38.5°F

Water temperature in Sheffield today

As of now, in Sheffield, the water temperature is 70.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 3.5°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 77.4°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 70.3°F on 2017.

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 shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 69.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 68.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 70.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Sheffield

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 24 75.3°F 73.4°F 75.4°F
Aug 25 75.6°F 73.9°F 75.5°F
Aug 26 75.5°F 74.1°F 75.5°F
Aug 27 74.6°F 75.6°F 75.5°F
Aug 28 74.0°F 75.4°F 75.3°F
Aug 29 73.6°F 75.8°F 75.3°F
Aug 30 73.2°F 75.4°F 75.2°F
Aug 31 72.6°F 74.9°F 74.9°F
Sep 1 72.6°F 75.3°F 74.8°F
Sep 2 71.6°F 75.1°F 74.4°F
Sep 3 72.1°F 74.4°F 74.2°F
Sep 4 72.2°F 73.9°F 74.2°F
Sep 5 71.9°F 73.4°F 74.2°F
Sep 6 71.2°F 73.6°F 74.1°F
Sep 7 70.8°F 72.9°F 74.3°F
Sep 8 70.4°F 71.4°F 73.9°F
Sep 9 70.0°F 70.6°F 73.5°F
Sep 10 69.5°F 69.9°F 73.0°F
Sep 11 69.5°F 71.1°F 73.0°F
Sep 12 69.2°F 71.3°F 72.7°F
Sep 13 68.8°F 71.1°F 72.3°F
Sep 14 68.6°F 71.0°F 72.1°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 68 swimming days.
The warmest water in Sheffield was recorded on July 31, 2025, reaching a 80.7°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, 73.1°F in Summer, and 62.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Lorain 70.9°F 5mi
Cleveland 70.9°F 21mi
Detroit 68.5°F 80mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Sheffield