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Gulf of Mexico water temperature

Gulf of Mexico, Port Aransas, TX · Sea/Coast

The current water temperature at Gulf of Mexico is 29.1 °C (as of October 14, 2026, source: NOAA NDBC).

The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.

29.1 °C
Measured: October 14, 2026 · continuously updated
💧 Water 29.1° · ☀️ Air 28.5° · high today 29.5°
Temperature trend of recent weeks
Gulf of Mexico
Photo: Larry D. Moore · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Measurement series & statistics

This measurement series includes 415 data points since August 21, 2026.

Lowest recorded value: 27.0 °C on August 28, 2026 · highest value: 31.4 °C on September 9, 2026.

In October, temperatures have ranged between 27.9 °C and 30.6 °C.

Nearby waters

More measuring points: Gulf of Mexico

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim at Gulf of Mexico right now?
The current water temperature is 29.1 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.

How warm is the water at Gulf of Mexico?
Currently 29.1 °C (updated continuously).

How warm is at Gulf of Mexico in October?
In October, the water temperature recently averaged 29.1 °C.

When is the water warmest at Gulf of Mexico?
Across the measurement record, September is on average the warmest month (30.6 °C).

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