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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

80.4

°F

July 26, 15:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.4°F

Tomorrow:

80.9°F

Sunrise:

05:56

Sunset:

20:21

Day Length:

14 h. 25 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 80.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly 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 83.2°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 76.1°F on 2015.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 81.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.9°F, while the maximum might reach 81.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Wilmington

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 12 80.0°F 80.9°F 79.0°F
Jul 13 79.4°F 84.1°F 79.5°F
Jul 14 79.0°F 84.1°F 79.6°F
Jul 15 81.6°F 82.8°F 79.9°F
Jul 16 82.9°F 85.2°F 80.3°F
Jul 17 82.6°F 84.8°F 80.2°F
Jul 18 83.0°F 84.7°F 80.1°F
Jul 19 80.0°F 85.0°F 80.4°F
Jul 20 79.7°F 84.4°F 80.8°F
Jul 21 82.7°F 83.4°F 81.2°F
Jul 22 82.9°F 82.9°F 81.1°F
Jul 23 82.4°F 82.6°F 81.1°F
Jul 24 80.9°F 83.0°F 80.1°F
Jul 25 81.4°F 82.1°F 80.0°F
Jul 26 80.4°F 79.5°F 79.5°F
Jul 27 80.9°F 83.3°F 80.0°F
Jul 28 81.3°F 82.2°F 80.5°F
Jul 29 81.4°F 81.4°F 80.5°F
Jul 30 81.3°F 81.0°F 80.4°F
Jul 31 81.1°F 81.5°F 80.2°F
Aug 1 81.2°F 82.0°F 80.4°F
Aug 2 81.1°F 81.9°F 80.2°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.