Record-High Seawater Temperature Off Florida’s Coast Raises Concerns For Marine Life

Ocean temparatures. AccuWeather Meteorologist says that the 101.1-degree temperature reading in Manatee Bay may not be confirmed. He says the shallow water and darker seaweed in the area help the water absorb heat, which could have influenced the reading. ACCUWEATHER.

Scientists are sounding the alarm after water temperatures, similar to those found in hot tubs, were recorded off the tip of Florida. If the temperature recordings are confirmed, it could be the hottest seawater ever measured in the world.

“A buoy in Manatee Bay, which is about 40 miles south of Miami, hit 101.1 degrees Fahrenheit at a depth of 5 feet (1.52 m) Monday evening. For comparison, that’s the “ideal” temperature for a hot tub,” said Jacuzzi.com.