English Channel water temperature
English Channel, Erquy / Plage de Caroual · Sea/Coast
The current water temperature at English Channel is 14.8 °C (as of October 28, 2026, source: Open-Meteo marine model).
The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.
Water quality
EU classification: excellentMeasurement series & statistics
This measurement series includes 861 data points since August 29, 2026.
Lowest recorded value: 14.6 °C on October 26, 2026 · highest value: 21.5 °C on August 29, 2026.
In October, temperatures have ranged between 14.6 °C and 19.6 °C.
The current value is 2.3 °C below the October average of this series.
Nearby waters
More measuring points: English Channel
Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at English Channel right now?
The current water temperature is 14.8 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.
How warm is the water at English Channel?
Currently 14.8 °C (updated continuously).
How warm is at English Channel in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 17.1 °C.
When is the water warmest at English Channel?
Across the measurement record, August is on average the warmest month (21.3 °C).
How is the water quality at English Channel?
The official classification is: excellent.
