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 18.12°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

64.6

°F

September 9, 19:28

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

65.6°F

Tomorrow:

64.5°F

Sunrise:

06:17

Sunset:

19:05

Day Length:

12 h. 48 min.

South Boston in September

Minimum:

38.5°F

Average:

41.1°F

Maximum:

44.1°F

Sea water temperature in South Boston today

As of now, in South Boston, the water temperature is 64.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.4°F lower 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 fall a bit.

Recent sea 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 70.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 62.9°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 63.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 63.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 64.5°F.

Daily water temperature in South Boston

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 26	68.1°F	66.9°F	67.9°F
Aug 27	68.6°F	67.6°F	68.2°F
Aug 28	68.0°F	66.1°F	68.4°F
Aug 29	69.2°F	65.0°F	68.3°F
Aug 30	68.5°F	65.8°F	68.3°F
Aug 31	68.3°F	65.1°F	67.7°F
Sep 1	68.6°F	64.7°F	67.7°F
Sep 2	67.3°F	64.7°F	66.8°F
Sep 3	66.7°F	65.0°F	66.3°F
Sep 4	66.1°F	65.7°F	65.9°F
Sep 5	66.6°F	64.9°F	66.1°F
Sep 6	67.7°F	64.8°F	66.2°F
Sep 7	65.7°F	66.1°F	66.3°F
Sep 8	65.6°F	65.7°F	66.0°F
Sep 9	64.6°F	63.5°F	66.0°F
Sep 10	64.5°F	61.8°F	65.9°F
Sep 11	64.3°F	61.3°F	65.7°F
Sep 12	63.7°F	60.1°F	65.2°F
Sep 13	64.0°F	61.8°F	65.4°F
Sep 14	63.7°F	60.7°F	65.1°F
Sep 15	63.9°F	62.1°F	65.3°F
Sep 16	63.6°F	62.4°F	65.0°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 1, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 40.7°F in Winter, 45.4°F in Spring, 65.2°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boston	64.6°F	2mi
Salem	65.0°F	15mi
Plymouth	66.2°F	32mi
Providence	71.2°F	40mi
Bristol	71.5°F	47mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from South Boston