What is the current water temperature in Ōtsu?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Ōtsu?

As of now, in Ōtsu, the water temperature is 18.42°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Ōtsu

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ōtsu. 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.

65.2

°F

May 15, 23:30

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

63.9°F

Tomorrow:

65.5°F

Sunrise:

04:53

Sunset:

18:53

Day Length:

14 h. 0 min.

Ōtsu in May

Minimum:

52.5°F

Average:

54.4°F

Maximum:

55.9°F

Sea water temperature in Ōtsu today

As of now, in Ōtsu, the water temperature is 65.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 3.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 65.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 59.3°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

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 66.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 65.5°F, while the maximum might reach 67.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Ōtsu

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 1	61.0°F	59.5°F	59.3°F
May 2	62.3°F	60.4°F	60.0°F
May 3	63.1°F	60.1°F	60.3°F
May 4	64.6°F	59.8°F	60.5°F
May 5	65.5°F	59.6°F	60.6°F
May 6	64.8°F	63.9°F	61.0°F
May 7	64.3°F	63.5°F	61.3°F
May 8	63.5°F	65.4°F	61.4°F
May 9	65.1°F	64.8°F	61.5°F
May 10	63.4°F	63.1°F	61.5°F
May 11	63.2°F	63.2°F	61.3°F
May 12	63.7°F	62.1°F	61.8°F
May 13	63.5°F	60.3°F	61.6°F
May 14	63.9°F	60.5°F	62.0°F
May 15	65.2°F	60.7°F	62.1°F
May 16	65.5°F	63.5°F	62.4°F
May 17	65.9°F	64.8°F	62.8°F
May 18	66.1°F	66.1°F	63.0°F
May 19	66.6°F	65.7°F	63.5°F
May 20	67.0°F	65.2°F	63.9°F
May 21	67.2°F	66.2°F	64.1°F
May 22	67.9°F	67.9°F	64.8°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 Ōtsu by month

In Ōtsu, the months July through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 100 swimming days.

The warmest water in Ōtsu was recorded on August 2, 2023, reaching a 87.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2024, dipping to 44.9°F. The average readings by season are 53.9°F in Winter, 56.8°F in Spring, 75.9°F in Summer, and 70.4°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kyoto	65.2°F	7mi
Osaka	63.9°F	30mi
Amagasaki	63.3°F	32mi
Nishinomiya-hama	63.0°F	36mi
Sakai	64.1°F	37mi
Tsu	62.7°F	41mi
Maizuru	60.9°F	43mi
Kobe	63.0°F	44mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Ōtsu