What is the current water temperature in South Boston?

Q: What is the current water temperature in South Boston?

As of now, in South Boston, the water temperature is 5.44°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.

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Water temperature in South Boston

Detailed information about the current water temperature in South Boston. 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.

41.8

°F

December 25, 05:17

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

41.5°F

Tomorrow:

42.0°F

Sunrise:

07:12

Sunset:

16:17

Day Length:

9 h. 5 min.

South Boston in January

Minimum:

40.0°F

Average:

42.3°F

Maximum:

46.1°F

Sea water temperature in South Boston today

As of now, in South Boston, 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 0.9°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 sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 47.8°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 39.6°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 41.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in South Boston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	41.4°F	40.0°F	42.3°F
Dec 11	44.2°F	44.2°F	45.5°F
Dec 12	43.6°F	44.4°F	45.4°F
Dec 13	43.3°F	43.9°F	45.2°F
Dec 14	43.4°F	42.2°F	44.7°F
Dec 15	43.4°F	41.0°F	44.5°F
Dec 16	42.4°F	41.7°F	44.2°F
Dec 17	42.5°F	42.3°F	44.2°F
Dec 18	42.0°F	42.9°F	44.3°F
Dec 19	40.9°F	42.4°F	44.0°F
Dec 20	41.4°F	42.7°F	43.6°F
Dec 21	41.1°F	42.8°F	43.3°F
Dec 22	41.2°F	41.9°F	43.4°F
Dec 23	41.2°F	41.1°F	43.1°F
Dec 24	41.5°F	41.4°F	42.8°F
Dec 25	41.8°F	41.2°F	42.7°F
Dec 26	42.0°F	41.4°F	42.9°F
Dec 27	41.9°F	41.1°F	42.9°F
Dec 28	42.0°F	41.4°F	42.9°F
Dec 29	41.8°F	41.5°F	42.7°F
Dec 30	41.5°F	41.7°F	42.5°F
Dec 31	41.3°F	39.4°F	42.3°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 South Boston by month

In an average year, South Boston offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in South Boston was recorded on July 29, 2020, reaching a 75.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 11, 2025, dipping to 32.5°F. The average readings by season are 41.0°F in Winter, 45.1°F in Spring, 65.0°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boston	41.8°F	2mi
Salem	43.0°F	15mi
Plymouth	41.1°F	32mi
Providence	38.7°F	40mi
Bristol	37.9°F	47mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from South Boston