Water temperature in South Boston
68.1
°F
August 26, 18:47
Trend:
increasingYesterday:
68.0°FTomorrow:
68.4°F
Sunrise:
Sunset:
Day Length:
13 h. 26 min.South Boston in September
Minimum:
38.5°FAverage:
41.1°FMaximum:
44.1°FSea water temperature in South Boston today
As of now, in South Boston, the water temperature is 68.1°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 0.3°F higher than 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
Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.3°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 63.8°F on 2019.
Daily water temperature in South Boston
| Date |
Current Year
actual* / forecast** |
last year | 10 years average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12 | 70.8°F | 69.2°F | 68.8°F |
| Aug 13 | 68.5°F | 69.5°F | 68.7°F |
| Aug 14 | 68.3°F | 69.6°F | 68.6°F |
| Aug 15 | 68.4°F | 70.5°F | 68.8°F |
| Aug 16 | 68.4°F | 69.4°F | 68.4°F |
| Aug 17 | 66.4°F | 67.6°F | 67.7°F |
| Aug 18 | 67.6°F | 69.1°F | 67.7°F |
| Aug 19 | 66.5°F | 67.0°F | 67.6°F |
| Aug 20 | 68.0°F | 67.1°F | 67.4°F |
| Aug 21 | 69.4°F | 66.2°F | 68.0°F |
| Aug 22 | 68.3°F | 65.6°F | 67.7°F |
| Aug 23 | 67.7°F | 66.7°F | 67.4°F |
| Aug 24 | 66.9°F | 66.0°F | 66.8°F |
| Aug 25 | 68.0°F | 66.5°F | 67.3°F |
| Aug 26 | 68.1°F | 66.9°F | 67.8°F |
| Aug 27 | 68.4°F | 67.6°F | 68.2°F |
| Aug 28 | 68.7°F | 66.1°F | 68.4°F |
| Aug 29 | 68.4°F | 65.0°F | 68.2°F |
| Aug 30 | 68.5°F | 65.8°F | 68.3°F |
| Aug 31 | 67.9°F | 65.1°F | 67.7°F |
| Sep 1 | 67.8°F | 64.7°F | 67.6°F |
| Sep 2 | 67.0°F | 64.7°F | 66.8°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.
Popular neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water temperature* | Distance** |
|---|---|---|
| Boston |
68.6°F
|
2mi |
| Salem |
68.1°F
|
15mi |
| Plymouth |
68.3°F
|
32mi |
| Providence |
73.0°F
|
40mi |
| Bristol |
74.0°F
|
47mi |
* current water temperature in this city
** straight line distance from South Boston