What is the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale?

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 27.65°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Fort Lauderdale

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Fort Lauderdale. 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.

81.8

°F

May 17, 12:36

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.6°F

Tomorrow:

82.0°F

Sunrise:

06:33

Sunset:

20:01

Day Length:

13 h. 28 min.

Fort Lauderdale in May

Minimum:

75.3°F

Average:

77.5°F

Maximum:

79.4°F

Sea water temperature in Fort Lauderdale today

As of now, in Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is 81.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°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 81.4°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 79.3°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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 82.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 82.0°F, while the maximum might reach 82.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Fort Lauderdale

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 3	78.3°F	77.7°F	79.3°F
May 4	79.0°F	78.3°F	79.5°F
May 5	79.4°F	79.0°F	79.7°F
May 6	79.4°F	79.3°F	79.6°F
May 7	79.6°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
May 8	80.1°F	79.8°F	79.9°F
May 9	80.8°F	79.8°F	80.1°F
May 10	80.6°F	80.4°F	80.2°F
May 11	80.6°F	80.3°F	80.2°F
May 12	80.7°F	80.7°F	80.3°F
May 13	80.9°F	80.8°F	80.5°F
May 14	80.9°F	80.7°F	80.5°F
May 15	81.8°F	80.8°F	80.7°F
May 16	81.6°F	81.1°F	80.7°F
May 17	81.8°F	81.2°F	80.6°F
May 18	82.0°F	81.8°F	80.8°F
May 19	82.0°F	81.5°F	80.8°F
May 20	82.1°F	81.4°F	80.9°F
May 21	82.3°F	82.0°F	81.1°F
May 22	82.3°F	81.8°F	81.1°F
May 23	82.2°F	82.1°F	81.1°F
May 24	82.6°F	82.7°F	81.4°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 Fort Lauderdale by month

In Fort Lauderdale, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Fort Lauderdale was recorded on July 15, 2023, reaching a 88.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 3, 2021, dipping to 73.0°F. The average readings by season are 77.0°F in Winter, 78.7°F in Spring, 84.8°F in Summer, and 83.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Hollywood	82.0°F	8mi
Boca Raton	81.6°F	17mi
Miami Beach	82.6°F	23mi
Miami	82.7°F	24mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Fort Lauderdale