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South Boston in August

Find out everything about the water temperature in South Boston in August. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in August for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in August
Minimum:

63.0 °F

Average:

67.8 °F

Maximum:

74.4 °F

Sea water temperature in South Boston in August

In the city of South Boston, the month of August is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 63.0°F on August 5, 2023, with an average temperature being 67.8°F and a maximum temperature reaching 74.4°F on August 1, 2020.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In August, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 67.8°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Aug 1 68.4°F 64.4°F 66.3°F
Aug 2 68.2°F 64.8°F 65.8°F
Aug 3 68.1°F 67.3°F 64.6°F
Aug 4 68.0°F 67.8°F 64.2°F
Aug 5 67.9°F 70.3°F 63.0°F
Aug 6 68.0°F 69.2°F 64.5°F
Aug 7 67.9°F 68.0°F 64.3°F
Aug 8 67.8°F 66.9°F 67.1°F
Aug 9 67.9°F 65.0°F 67.4°F
Aug 10 68.1°F 65.2°F 64.8°F
Aug 11 67.7°F 64.8°F 64.8°F
Aug 12 68.0°F 65.0°F 65.0°F
Aug 13 68.1°F 65.2°F 64.1°F
Aug 14 68.0°F 65.1°F 65.5°F
Aug 15 67.9°F 65.0°F 65.2°F
Aug 16 67.7°F 67.3°F 64.9°F
Aug 17 67.4°F 66.1°F 64.8°F
Aug 18 67.3°F 66.5°F 64.2°F
Aug 19 67.4°F 66.5°F 65.9°F
Aug 20 67.1°F 66.2°F 64.1°F
Aug 21 67.7°F 67.3°F 64.6°F
Aug 22 67.5°F 65.2°F 65.6°F
Aug 23 67.2°F 64.1°F 65.2°F
Aug 24 66.7°F 64.7°F 65.7°F
Aug 25 67.2°F 66.2°F 64.7°F
Aug 26 67.8°F 66.5°F 64.3°F
Aug 27 68.2°F 66.5°F 65.2°F
Aug 28 68.5°F 66.6°F 67.2°F
Aug 29 68.4°F 68.0°F 66.6°F
Aug 30 68.3°F 67.6°F 66.2°F
Aug 31 67.9°F 65.2°F 65.7°F

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 22, 2021, dipping to 33.7°F. The average readings by season are 41.3°F in Winter, 44.9°F in Spring, 64.8°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn. In August, the temperature is higher than July's average of 66.5°F and September's average of 64.9°F.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Boston 49.2°F 2mi
Salem 50.0°F 15mi
Plymouth 49.8°F 32mi
Providence 51.0°F 40mi
Bristol 51.5°F 47mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from South Boston