What is the current water temperature in Montevideo?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Montevideo?

As of now, in Montevideo, the water temperature is 22.45°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Montevideo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Montevideo. 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.

72.4

°F

December 12, 23:14

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.0°F

Tomorrow:

72.3°F

Sunrise:

05:25

Sunset:

19:52

Day Length:

14 h. 27 min.

Montevideo in December

Minimum:

73.5°F

Average:

75.7°F

Maximum:

78.2°F

Sea water temperature in Montevideo today

As of now, in Montevideo, the water temperature is 72.4°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 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 fall a bit.

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 75.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 69.5°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Montevideo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 28	68.4°F	70.5°F	69.6°F
Nov 29	68.2°F	71.1°F	69.7°F
Nov 30	68.3°F	70.8°F	69.7°F
Dec 1	68.5°F	68.6°F	69.7°F
Dec 2	67.4°F	69.1°F	69.8°F
Dec 3	68.9°F	69.7°F	70.1°F
Dec 4	70.8°F	69.1°F	70.3°F
Dec 5	71.2°F	69.5°F	70.4°F
Dec 6	72.7°F	69.6°F	70.6°F
Dec 7	74.1°F	70.0°F	70.7°F
Dec 8	73.8°F	70.3°F	70.8°F
Dec 9	73.4°F	70.2°F	71.0°F
Dec 10	73.3°F	70.6°F	71.7°F
Dec 11	72.0°F	71.2°F	72.0°F
Dec 12	72.4°F	71.6°F	72.4°F
Dec 13	72.3°F	71.2°F	72.3°F
Dec 14	72.6°F	71.0°F	72.6°F
Dec 15	72.6°F	71.8°F	72.6°F
Dec 16	72.3°F	72.3°F	72.3°F
Dec 17	72.2°F	71.8°F	72.2°F
Dec 18	72.4°F	73.3°F	72.4°F
Dec 19	72.5°F	73.6°F	72.5°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 Montevideo by month

In Montevideo, the months January through February offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 80 swimming days.

The warmest water in Montevideo was recorded on March 1, 2017, reaching a 82.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 9, 2025, dipping to 47.4°F. The average readings by season are 74.4°F in Winter, 67.7°F in Spring, 53.8°F in Summer, and 62.2°F in Autumn.