What is the current water temperature in Ashkelon?

As of now, in Ashkelon, the water temperature is 23.86°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Ashkelon

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ashkelon. 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.

74.9

°F

May 12, 06:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

74.8°F

Tomorrow:

75.2°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

19:30

Day Length:

13 h. 43 min.

Ashkelon in May

Minimum:

65.3°F

Average:

67.0°F

Maximum:

69.5°F

Sea water temperature in Ashkelon today

As of now, in Ashkelon, the water temperature is 74.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.6°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 rise 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 68.5°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 75.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 75.2°F, while the maximum might reach 76.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Ashkelon

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 28	70.4°F	69.4°F	68.7°F
Apr 29	70.6°F	68.9°F	69.0°F
Apr 30	70.1°F	68.6°F	69.2°F
May 1	70.8°F	68.6°F	69.2°F
May 2	71.0°F	68.8°F	69.4°F
May 3	71.2°F	68.8°F	69.6°F
May 4	70.9°F	68.8°F	69.8°F
May 5	71.9°F	69.8°F	70.1°F
May 6	72.6°F	68.9°F	70.2°F
May 7	73.7°F	69.2°F	70.6°F
May 8	73.8°F	70.3°F	70.9°F
May 9	74.6°F	69.6°F	71.2°F
May 10	74.5°F	70.0°F	70.8°F
May 11	74.8°F	70.6°F	71.2°F
May 12	74.9°F	71.3°F	71.3°F
May 13	75.2°F	70.9°F	71.6°F
May 14	75.3°F	70.8°F	71.7°F
May 15	75.4°F	70.3°F	71.8°F
May 16	75.6°F	71.8°F	72.0°F
May 17	76.2°F	72.2°F	72.6°F
May 18	76.3°F	72.5°F	72.7°F
May 19	76.6°F	72.2°F	72.9°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 Ashkelon by month

In Ashkelon, the months June through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 188 swimming days.

The warmest water in Ashkelon was recorded on August 3, 2023, reaching a 88.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 28, 2022, dipping to 60.8°F. The average readings by season are 66.5°F in Winter, 67.7°F in Spring, 82.0°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Ashdod	75.0°F	10mi
Gaza	75.7°F	13mi
Yavné	74.9°F	17mi
Jaffa	75.3°F	28mi
Tel Aviv	75.3°F	31mi
Herzliya	75.0°F	37mi
Netanya	74.4°F	49mi
Arish	75.1°F	59mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Ashkelon