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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

66.3

°F

October 15, 13:21

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.9°F

Tomorrow:

65.9°F

Sunrise:

07:12

Sunset:

18:23

Day Length:

11 h. 11 min.

Wilmington in October

Minimum:

33.2°F

Average:

38.4°F

Maximum:

42.1°F

Sea water temperature in Wilmington today

As of now, in Wilmington, the water temperature is 66.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.8°F higher 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 68.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 62.9°F on 2022.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 64.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 63.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 65.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Wilmington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 1 71.8°F 69.6°F 70.0°F
Oct 2 72.6°F 69.2°F 69.9°F
Oct 3 71.9°F 68.7°F 69.4°F
Oct 4 70.7°F 70.2°F 69.2°F
Oct 5 70.5°F 70.3°F 69.0°F
Oct 6 71.8°F 69.7°F 68.6°F
Oct 7 71.3°F 70.4°F 68.4°F
Oct 8 71.6°F 71.3°F 68.6°F
Oct 9 71.6°F 70.0°F 68.1°F
Oct 10 70.1°F 69.7°F 67.8°F
Oct 11 68.7°F 69.1°F 67.1°F
Oct 12 68.3°F 68.8°F 66.8°F
Oct 13 67.6°F 67.2°F 66.3°F
Oct 14 66.9°F 67.9°F 66.0°F
Oct 15 66.3°F 67.4°F 65.5°F
Oct 16 65.9°F 65.0°F 65.1°F
Oct 17 65.5°F 64.4°F 64.8°F
Oct 18 65.2°F 64.7°F 64.5°F
Oct 19 64.3°F 62.9°F 63.6°F
Oct 20 63.9°F 61.1°F 63.1°F
Oct 21 63.7°F 61.9°F 62.9°F
Oct 22 63.7°F 62.5°F 62.9°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 February 6, 2015, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 39.3°F in Winter, 51.8°F in Spring, 76.8°F in Summer, and 64.5°F in Autumn.