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Water temperature in Sullivans Island

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sullivans Island. 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.
Sea temperature in Sullivans Island now

83.4

°F

July 6, 09:21

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.9°F

Tomorrow:

83.7°F

Sunrise:

06:17

Sunset:

20:31

Day Length:

14 h. 14 min.

Sullivans Island in July

Minimum:

47.7°F

Average:

57.0°F

Maximum:

65.1°F

Sea water temperature in Sullivans Island today

As of now, in Sullivans Island, the water temperature is 83.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is about the same as 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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 80.9°F on 2015.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Sullivans Island

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 22 82.1°F 81.1°F 81.2°F
Jun 23 83.1°F 82.4°F 81.6°F
Jun 24 83.7°F 82.1°F 81.7°F
Jun 25 82.9°F 82.9°F 81.8°F
Jun 26 83.5°F 83.1°F 81.7°F
Jun 27 83.2°F 83.2°F 81.9°F
Jun 28 83.0°F 83.4°F 82.1°F
Jun 29 83.6°F 83.8°F 82.3°F
Jun 30 83.6°F 84.8°F 82.5°F
Jul 1 84.1°F 84.8°F 82.7°F
Jul 2 83.6°F 84.6°F 82.9°F
Jul 3 84.1°F 83.5°F 83.0°F
Jul 4 83.0°F 84.1°F 83.0°F
Jul 5 82.9°F 83.9°F 83.1°F
Jul 6 83.4°F 84.4°F 83.4°F
Jul 7 83.7°F 85.0°F 83.7°F
Jul 8 83.7°F 85.6°F 83.7°F
Jul 9 83.6°F 85.5°F 83.6°F
Jul 10 83.7°F 85.4°F 83.7°F
Jul 11 83.7°F 86.3°F 83.8°F
Jul 12 83.7°F 86.0°F 83.7°F
Jul 13 83.7°F 86.2°F 83.7°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 Sullivans Island by month

In Sullivans Island, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 156 swimming days.
The warmest water in Sullivans Island was recorded on July 19, 2024, reaching a 86.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 26, 2025, dipping to 44.1°F. The average readings by season are 56.9°F in Winter, 67.1°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 73.8°F in Autumn.