The most detailed information about the water temperature in Captiva in Gulf of Mexico (Florida, United States). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Captiva for a week.
Water temperature in Captiva right now
data updated 31 minutes ago72°F
yesterday: 72°F
a week ago: 74°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Captiva is 72.9°F. It is the most comfortable swimming water in any body of water, especially on a hot day. This temperature range is recognized as the most optimal for prolonged bathing. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 75°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly lower than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise both over the past 20 days and over the past week. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 73°F. Water temperature range in Captiva in April is from 69 to 80 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Captiva will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 75°F.
Table of water temperature values in Captiva
| Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
| Apr 9 | 23.1°C | 22.8°C | |
| Apr 10 | 23.2°C | 23.0°C | |
| Apr 11 | 22.2°C | 23.3°C | |
| Apr 12 | 22.5°C | 23.3°C | |
| Apr 13 | 23.4°C | 23.5°C | |
| Apr 14 | 23.7°C | 23.8°C | |
| Apr 15 | 22.7°C | 23.5°C | |
| Apr 16 | 22.7°C | 23.8°C | |
| Apr 17 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
| Apr 18 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
| Apr 19 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
| Apr 20 | 25.0°C | 23.8°C | |
| Apr 21 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
| Apr 22 | 24.8°C | 23.7°C | |
| Apr 23 | 25.5°C | 24.3°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in United States.
Annual graph of average water temperature change in Captiva
Water temperature in Captiva by month
Captiva located in the northern hemisphere, at latitude 26 degrees. The comfortable water temperature for swimming is set here in January, usually at the beginning of the month. During a year in Captiva there are 304 days of swimming. In general, the swimming season ends In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Captiva is 77°F, by the seasons: in winter 67°F, in spring 75°F, in summer 85°F, in autumn 80°F. Minimum water temperature (61°F) in Captiva it happens in January, maximum (89°F) in August.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Captiva changes in each specific month:
Captiva: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water* | Distance** |
| Saint James City | 72°C | 12km |
| Punta Rassa | 73°C | 18km |
| Sanibel | 72°C | 19km |
| Bokeelia | 73°C | 21km |
| Iona | 72°C | 23km |
| Cape Coral | 73°C | 24km |
| Fort Myers Beach | 72°C | 26km |
| Placida | 74°C | 35km |
| Cape Haze | 73°C | 38km |
| Punta Gorda | 72°C | 45km |
| Manasota Key | 74°C | 47km |
| Charlotte Harbor | 73°C | 50km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in United States recorded in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, its value is 79°F. Lowest - in Nome, there water temperature now 27°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 55°F.
Water temperature data in Captiva and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 32 kilometers. This is Page Field (FMY) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Captiva: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Captiva
18km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 35%
15km/hhumidity: 63%, clouds: 30%
18km/hhumidity: 62%, clouds: 13%
9km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 20%
15km/hhumidity: 61%, clouds: 99%
20km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 100%
19km/hhumidity: 78%, clouds: 75%
20km/hhumidity: 80%, clouds: 43%
17km/hhumidity: 63%, clouds: 83%
11km/hhumidity: 55%, clouds: 64%
16km/hhumidity: 66%, clouds: 9%
9km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 5%
11km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 2%
8km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 2%
14km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 18%
14km/hhumidity: 74%, clouds: 19%
11km/hhumidity: 59%, clouds: 25%
11km/hhumidity: 55%, clouds: 30%
19km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 100%
15km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 85%
9km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 100%
7km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 98%
6km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 100%
6km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 100%
10km/hhumidity: 62%, clouds: 98%
19km/hhumidity: 67%, clouds: 72%
21km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 10%
18km/hhumidity: 76%, clouds: 7%
6km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 0%
1km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 1%
1km/hhumidity: 72%, clouds: 0%
5km/hhumidity: 71%, clouds: 0%
6km/hhumidity: 62%, clouds: 0%
17km/hhumidity: 68%, clouds: 0%
20km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 2%
12km/hhumidity: 76%, clouds: 14%
6km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 95%
6km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 82%
3km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 40%
7km/hhumidity: 76%, clouds: 22%
