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Water temperature in Wilmington

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Wilmington. 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 Wilmington now

81.6

°F

August 10, 06:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.2°F

Tomorrow:

81.6°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

20:05

Day Length:

13 h. 56 min.

Wilmington in August

Minimum:

34.0°F

Average:

38.8°F

Maximum:

42.1°F

Sea water temperature in Wilmington today

As of now, in Wilmington, the water temperature is 81.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.4°F higher 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 83.5°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 76.8°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Wilmington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 27 79.3°F 80.3°F 80.4°F
Jul 28 79.0°F 79.7°F 80.7°F
Jul 29 79.3°F 82.6°F 80.9°F
Jul 30 79.4°F 83.2°F 80.8°F
Jul 31 79.5°F 83.0°F 80.7°F
Aug 1 79.6°F 83.7°F 80.8°F
Aug 2 79.5°F 82.9°F 80.6°F
Aug 3 79.3°F 81.9°F 80.3°F
Aug 4 79.8°F 81.0°F 80.0°F
Aug 5 79.8°F 80.5°F 80.5°F
Aug 6 80.0°F 80.8°F 80.5°F
Aug 7 80.5°F 80.7°F 80.5°F
Aug 8 80.9°F 79.4°F 80.7°F
Aug 9 81.2°F 78.7°F 80.0°F
Aug 10 81.6°F 78.9°F 80.2°F
Aug 11 81.6°F 78.9°F 80.2°F
Aug 12 81.2°F 79.1°F 79.8°F
Aug 13 81.7°F 80.5°F 80.3°F
Aug 14 81.5°F 80.5°F 80.1°F
Aug 15 81.7°F 81.4°F 80.3°F
Aug 16 81.2°F 80.0°F 79.8°F
Aug 17 81.2°F 80.2°F 79.8°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.

Sea water temperature in Wilmington by month

In Wilmington, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 93 swimming days.
The warmest water in Wilmington was recorded on August 3, 2020, reaching a 86.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 30, 2026, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 39.1°F in Winter, 52.2°F in Spring, 77.1°F in Summer, and 64.5°F in Autumn.