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Water temperature in Hilo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Hilo. 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.
Sea temperature in Hilo now

76.0

°F

May 3, 20:03

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

75.7°F

Tomorrow:

76.2°F

Sunrise:

05:50

Sunset:

18:45

Day Length:

12 h. 55 min.

Hilo in May

Minimum:

76.1°F

Average:

77.1°F

Maximum:

78.6°F

Sea water temperature in Hilo today

As of now, in Hilo, the water temperature is 76.0°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°F lower 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 77.7°F on 2014, while the historical minimum was 76.3°F on 2023.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 76.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Hilo

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 19 76.0°F 75.5°F 76.6°F
Apr 20 75.8°F 75.6°F 76.6°F
Apr 21 75.5°F 75.4°F 76.6°F
Apr 22 75.4°F 75.7°F 76.6°F
Apr 23 75.8°F 76.0°F 76.6°F
Apr 24 76.0°F 75.8°F 76.7°F
Apr 25 76.2°F 75.8°F 76.7°F
Apr 26 76.3°F 75.7°F 76.7°F
Apr 27 76.1°F 75.6°F 76.7°F
Apr 28 76.0°F 75.9°F 76.8°F
Apr 29 75.8°F 76.0°F 76.8°F
Apr 30 75.9°F 76.2°F 76.9°F
May 1 75.9°F 76.2°F 76.9°F
May 2 75.7°F 76.3°F 76.9°F
May 3 76.0°F 76.3°F 77.0°F
May 4 76.2°F 76.6°F 77.2°F
May 5 76.1°F 76.5°F 77.1°F
May 6 76.1°F 76.3°F 77.1°F
May 7 76.2°F 76.6°F 77.1°F
May 8 76.2°F 76.4°F 77.2°F
May 9 76.3°F 76.6°F 77.3°F
May 10 76.3°F 76.5°F 77.3°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 Hilo by month

In Hilo, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Hilo was recorded on September 9, 2015, reaching a 83.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2018, dipping to 74.0°F. The average readings by season are 76.8°F in Winter, 76.6°F in Spring, 79.3°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.