What is the weather like where manatees live?

Manatees are aquatic mammals that live in warm, shallow waters. They are found in the southeastern United States, the Caribbean Sea, and the northern coast of South America. The water temperature in these areas ranges from 68 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit (20 to 32 degrees Celsius). Manatees prefer temperatures between 72 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit (22 and 28 degrees Celsius).