Aberdeen — Water Temperature, Sea Conditions & Trends

Water Temperature: Daily Trends, Historical Records, and Forecast

❌ As of today, the minimum water temperature ranges from 50°F (10°C) to 54°F (12°C). The water is slightly warmer, but still cool for most people. Swimming in such conditions is possible, but for most people, the time spent in the water should be limited to avoid hypothermia. Even experienced swimmers may feel discomfort if they stay in the water for too long. To improve comfort and safety, a wetsuit can be used.

It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.

Water Temperature Chart Over the Last 30 Days

Currently, the sea water temperature at this location matches the average for this day in previous years.

According to our forecast, Water temperature in Aberdeen will be 11.4°C in the next 7 days. See the table below for daily data for the upcoming week.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

Annual Water Temperature Overview by Month

Monthly Water Temp Ranges

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Annual Water Temperature Trend

Aberdeen sits on Scotland’s northeast coast where the North Sea shapes local climate and sea conditions. The water here is cool throughout the year, with typical winter temperatures (December–February) around 5–8 °C. Spring brings a slow rise, usually seeing sea temperatures of about 6–11 °C from March to May. The warmest period is mid-summer, when coastal waters commonly reach roughly 11–15 °C in June to August, though brief warm spells can push readings slightly higher. In autumn (September–November) temperatures decline again, generally falling into the 7–10 °C range. Local weather, tides and currents create short-term variability, so day-to-day measurements can differ from seasonal averages.