What is the current water temperature in Saint Croix?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Saint Croix?

As of now, in Saint Croix, the water temperature is 29.39°C. 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.

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Water temperature in Saint Croix

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Saint Croix. 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.

84.9

°F

August 18, 17:16

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.1°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

18:43

Day Length:

12 h. 41 min.

Saint Croix in August

Minimum:

79.8°F

Average:

80.9°F

Maximum:

81.9°F

Sea water temperature in Saint Croix today

As of now, in Saint Croix, the water temperature is 84.9°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 0.7°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 stay about the same.

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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 83.3°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Saint Croix

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 4	85.0°F	85.6°F	84.0°F
Aug 5	84.3°F	85.5°F	84.0°F
Aug 6	84.8°F	85.5°F	84.1°F
Aug 7	84.7°F	85.3°F	84.1°F
Aug 8	84.8°F	85.5°F	84.1°F
Aug 9	84.8°F	85.5°F	84.1°F
Aug 10	84.6°F	85.3°F	83.9°F
Aug 11	84.6°F	85.4°F	83.9°F
Aug 12	84.8°F	85.5°F	84.1°F
Aug 13	84.6°F	85.5°F	84.1°F
Aug 14	85.0°F	85.6°F	84.2°F
Aug 15	84.8°F	85.6°F	84.1°F
Aug 16	85.1°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Aug 17	85.1°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Aug 18	84.9°F	85.3°F	84.2°F
Aug 19	85.0°F	85.3°F	84.2°F
Aug 20	85.0°F	85.6°F	84.3°F
Aug 21	85.0°F	85.6°F	84.3°F
Aug 22	85.0°F	85.4°F	84.2°F
Aug 23	85.0°F	85.8°F	84.3°F
Aug 24	85.0°F	85.9°F	84.3°F
Aug 25	85.1°F	85.8°F	84.4°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 Saint Croix by month

In Saint Croix, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Saint Croix was recorded on September 26, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 10, 2018, dipping to 78.4°F. The average readings by season are 80.9°F in Winter, 80.8°F in Spring, 83.5°F in Summer, and 84.6°F in Autumn.