The temperature sensor market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $9.99 billion in 2025 to $10.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising deployment of thermocouples in industrial systems, early adoption of rtds for precision measurement, increasing usage in hvac systems, growth in automotive thermal sensing, expansion of analog sensor applications.
The temperature sensor market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.33 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for wireless temperature sensors, development of compact non-contact sensors, growing integration in smart home ecosystems, expansion of thermal imaging in medical and aerospace, increasing adoption in energy-efficient industrial operations. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of AI-based temperature monitoring, expansion of IoT-enabled thermal sensing networks, growth of intelligent manufacturing temperature controls, rise of cloud-integrated thermal analytics, development of sustainable low-power sensors.
The rise in the prevalence of autonomous vehicles is anticipated to drive the growth of the temperature sensor market. Autonomous vehicles utilize temperature sensors to monitor engine temperatures and regulate cooling fans accordingly, ensuring optimal engine performance. For example, in March 2024, according to DQS Global, a Germany-based auditing and certification company, the United States is expected to have approximately 3.5 million autonomous vehicles on its roads by 2025, with this number projected to rise to 4.5 million by 2030. As a result, the demand for temperature sensors is expected to grow in tandem with the expanding autonomous vehicle market.
Leading companies in the temperature sensor market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as digital humidity and temperature sensors with protective covers, to improve measurement accuracy, ensure durability in harsh environments, and facilitate integration into electronic systems. Digital humidity and temperature sensors are devices that combine precise sensing elements with integrated electronics to provide accurate, real-time environmental data in a compact form factor. For example, in November 2025, Sensirion, a Switzerland-based sensor manufacturer, introduced the SHT40-AD1P-R2 and SHT41-AD1P-R2 sensors, featuring a removable protective cover for enhanced durability and reliability during handling and deployment in demanding environments. These sensors are designed to deliver consistent readings under challenging conditions while minimizing maintenance needs, making them ideal for applications in industrial automation, HVAC systems, medical devices, and consumer electronics.
In May 2023, SpotSee, an environmental condition monitoring solutions provider, acquired unique temperature indicator technologies and intellectual property from Sensor International. This acquisition enhances SpotSee's capabilities in temperature surveillance, crucial for its supply chain monitoring services. The undisclosed amount acquisition reinforces SpotSee's position in the market and expands its offerings in monitoring temperature and other environmental conditions across various industries. Sensor International, based in Bangladesh, operates in the sensor industry.
Major companies operating in the temperature sensor market are Siemens AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Infineon Technologies AG, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Denso Corporation, Tyco Electronics Ltd Connectivity, Omron Corporation, Sensor Scientific Inc., WIKA Instruments India Pvt. Ltd., Keyence Corporation, Dwyer Instruments Ltd., Standex Electronics Inc., Thermocouple Technology LLC, Kelvin Technologies Inc., Thermo Sensors Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Endress+Hauser Management AG, Maxim Integrated, Emerson Electric Co., Asea Brown Boveri, Société de Techniques Microélectroniques, Amphenol Advanced Sensors, Sensata Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Microchip Technology Inc., Omega Engineering Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Fluke Corporation, Danfoss A/S, Tokyo Denki Kagaku Kogyo Kabushiki-gaisha Corporation, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Vishay Intertechnology Inc., ON Semiconductor Corporation, Analog Devices Inc., Sensirion AG, Melexis NV, Elektronik Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung, Heraeus Holding GmbH, Micro-Epsilon.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have raised the cost of imported semiconductor components, metals, and sensing elements used in temperature sensors, particularly impacting suppliers dependent on Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs. Industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, and HVAC are experiencing higher procurement expenses and extended supply lead times. However, tariffs are stimulating localized production, encouraging material substitution, and driving innovation in energy-efficient digital temperature sensors to strengthen long-term supply stability.
The temperature sensor market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides temperature sensor market statistics, including temperature sensor industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a temperature sensor market share, detailed temperature sensor market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the temperature sensor industry. This temperature sensor market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
A temperature sensor is an electronic tool designed to record, observe, or indicate variations in temperature by assessing the temperature of its environment and converting the obtained information into electronic data. These sensors play a crucial role in obtaining precise temperature measurements.
Temperature sensors primarily come in two types: contact temperature sensors and non-contact temperature sensors. Contact temperature sensors are electronic devices that must maintain physical contact with the substance being sensed. They rely on conduction mechanisms to monitor temperature fluctuations and are capable of detecting a broad spectrum of temperatures. The outputs can be digital or analog, and they utilize various connectivity options such as wired and wireless. These sensors find application in diverse sectors, including the manufacturing industry, aerospace industry, energy sector, electronics industry, HVAC industry, among others.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the temperature sensor market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the temperature sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the temperature sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The temperature sensor market consists of sales of contact-type temperature sensors and noncontact-type temperature sensors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The temperature sensor market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.33 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for wireless temperature sensors, development of compact non-contact sensors, growing integration in smart home ecosystems, expansion of thermal imaging in medical and aerospace, increasing adoption in energy-efficient industrial operations. Major trends in the forecast period include adoption of AI-based temperature monitoring, expansion of IoT-enabled thermal sensing networks, growth of intelligent manufacturing temperature controls, rise of cloud-integrated thermal analytics, development of sustainable low-power sensors.
The rise in the prevalence of autonomous vehicles is anticipated to drive the growth of the temperature sensor market. Autonomous vehicles utilize temperature sensors to monitor engine temperatures and regulate cooling fans accordingly, ensuring optimal engine performance. For example, in March 2024, according to DQS Global, a Germany-based auditing and certification company, the United States is expected to have approximately 3.5 million autonomous vehicles on its roads by 2025, with this number projected to rise to 4.5 million by 2030. As a result, the demand for temperature sensors is expected to grow in tandem with the expanding autonomous vehicle market.
Leading companies in the temperature sensor market are concentrating on developing innovative solutions, such as digital humidity and temperature sensors with protective covers, to improve measurement accuracy, ensure durability in harsh environments, and facilitate integration into electronic systems. Digital humidity and temperature sensors are devices that combine precise sensing elements with integrated electronics to provide accurate, real-time environmental data in a compact form factor. For example, in November 2025, Sensirion, a Switzerland-based sensor manufacturer, introduced the SHT40-AD1P-R2 and SHT41-AD1P-R2 sensors, featuring a removable protective cover for enhanced durability and reliability during handling and deployment in demanding environments. These sensors are designed to deliver consistent readings under challenging conditions while minimizing maintenance needs, making them ideal for applications in industrial automation, HVAC systems, medical devices, and consumer electronics.
In May 2023, SpotSee, an environmental condition monitoring solutions provider, acquired unique temperature indicator technologies and intellectual property from Sensor International. This acquisition enhances SpotSee's capabilities in temperature surveillance, crucial for its supply chain monitoring services. The undisclosed amount acquisition reinforces SpotSee's position in the market and expands its offerings in monitoring temperature and other environmental conditions across various industries. Sensor International, based in Bangladesh, operates in the sensor industry.
Major companies operating in the temperature sensor market are Siemens AG, NXP Semiconductors N.V., Infineon Technologies AG, Texas Instruments Incorporated, Denso Corporation, Tyco Electronics Ltd Connectivity, Omron Corporation, Sensor Scientific Inc., WIKA Instruments India Pvt. Ltd., Keyence Corporation, Dwyer Instruments Ltd., Standex Electronics Inc., Thermocouple Technology LLC, Kelvin Technologies Inc., Thermo Sensors Corporation, Honeywell International Inc., Endress+Hauser Management AG, Maxim Integrated, Emerson Electric Co., Asea Brown Boveri, Société de Techniques Microélectroniques, Amphenol Advanced Sensors, Sensata Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Microchip Technology Inc., Omega Engineering Inc., Panasonic Corporation, Fluke Corporation, Danfoss A/S, Tokyo Denki Kagaku Kogyo Kabushiki-gaisha Corporation, Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd., Vishay Intertechnology Inc., ON Semiconductor Corporation, Analog Devices Inc., Sensirion AG, Melexis NV, Elektronik Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung, Heraeus Holding GmbH, Micro-Epsilon.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs have raised the cost of imported semiconductor components, metals, and sensing elements used in temperature sensors, particularly impacting suppliers dependent on Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs. Industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, electronics, and HVAC are experiencing higher procurement expenses and extended supply lead times. However, tariffs are stimulating localized production, encouraging material substitution, and driving innovation in energy-efficient digital temperature sensors to strengthen long-term supply stability.
The temperature sensor market research report is one of a series of new reports that provides temperature sensor market statistics, including temperature sensor industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a temperature sensor market share, detailed temperature sensor market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the temperature sensor industry. This temperature sensor market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.
A temperature sensor is an electronic tool designed to record, observe, or indicate variations in temperature by assessing the temperature of its environment and converting the obtained information into electronic data. These sensors play a crucial role in obtaining precise temperature measurements.
Temperature sensors primarily come in two types: contact temperature sensors and non-contact temperature sensors. Contact temperature sensors are electronic devices that must maintain physical contact with the substance being sensed. They rely on conduction mechanisms to monitor temperature fluctuations and are capable of detecting a broad spectrum of temperatures. The outputs can be digital or analog, and they utilize various connectivity options such as wired and wireless. These sensors find application in diverse sectors, including the manufacturing industry, aerospace industry, energy sector, electronics industry, HVAC industry, among others.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the temperature sensor market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the temperature sensor market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the temperature sensor market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The temperature sensor market consists of sales of contact-type temperature sensors and noncontact-type temperature sensors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Temperature Sensor Market Characteristics
3. Temperature Sensor Market Supply Chain Analysis
4. Global Temperature Sensor Market Trends and Strategies
5. Temperature Sensor Market Analysis of End Use Industries
7. Global Temperature Sensor Strategic Analysis Framework, Current Market Size, Market Comparisons and Growth Rate Analysis
8. Global Temperature Sensor Total Addressable Market (TAM) Analysis for the Market
9. Temperature Sensor Market Segmentation
10. Temperature Sensor Market Regional and Country Analysis
11. Asia-Pacific Temperature Sensor Market
12. China Temperature Sensor Market
13. India Temperature Sensor Market
14. Japan Temperature Sensor Market
15. Australia Temperature Sensor Market
16. Indonesia Temperature Sensor Market
17. South Korea Temperature Sensor Market
18. Taiwan Temperature Sensor Market
19. South East Asia Temperature Sensor Market
20. Western Europe Temperature Sensor Market
21. UK Temperature Sensor Market
22. Germany Temperature Sensor Market
23. France Temperature Sensor Market
24. Italy Temperature Sensor Market
25. Spain Temperature Sensor Market
26. Eastern Europe Temperature Sensor Market
27. Russia Temperature Sensor Market
28. North America Temperature Sensor Market
29. USA Temperature Sensor Market
30. Canada Temperature Sensor Market
31. South America Temperature Sensor Market
32. Brazil Temperature Sensor Market
33. Middle East Temperature Sensor Market
34. Africa Temperature Sensor Market
36. Temperature Sensor Market Competitive Landscape and Company Profiles
37. Temperature Sensor Market Other Major and Innovative Companies
40. Temperature Sensor Market High Potential Countries, Segments and Strategies
41. Appendix
Executive Summary
Temperature Sensor Market Global Report 2026 provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.This report focuses temperature sensor market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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Description
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for temperature sensor? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The temperature sensor market global report answers all these questions and many more.The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.
- The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
- The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
- The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
- The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
- The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
- The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
- The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
- The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
- Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
- The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
- Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
- The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
- The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.
Scope
Markets Covered:
1) By Product Type: Contact Temperature Sensors; Non-Contact Temperature Sensors2) By Output: Digital; Analog
3) By Connectivity: Wired; Wireless
4) By End-User: Manufacturing Industry; Aerospace Industry; Energy Sector; Electronics Industry; HVAC Industry; Other End-Users
Subsegments:
1) By Contact Temperature Sensors: Thermocouples; Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs); Thermistors; Bimetallic Temperature Sensors; Surface Temperature Sensors2) By Non-Contact Temperature Sensors: Infrared Sensors; Thermal Imaging Cameras; Laser Temperature Sensors; Fiber Optic Temperature Sensors
Companies Mentioned: Siemens AG; NXP Semiconductors N.V.; Infineon Technologies AG; Texas Instruments Incorporated; Denso Corporation; Tyco Electronics Ltd Connectivity; Omron Corporation; Sensor Scientific Inc.; WIKA Instruments India Pvt. Ltd.; Keyence Corporation; Dwyer Instruments Ltd.; Standex Electronics Inc.; Thermocouple Technology LLC; Kelvin Technologies Inc.; Thermo Sensors Corporation; Honeywell International Inc.; Endress+Hauser Management AG; Maxim Integrated; Emerson Electric Co.; Asea Brown Boveri; Société de Techniques Microélectroniques; Amphenol Advanced Sensors; Sensata Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.; Microchip Technology Inc.; Omega Engineering Inc.; Panasonic Corporation; Fluke Corporation; Danfoss A/S; Tokyo Denki Kagaku Kogyo Kabushiki-gaisha Corporation; Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd.; Vishay Intertechnology Inc.; ON Semiconductor Corporation; Analog Devices Inc.; Sensirion AG; Melexis NV; Elektronik Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung; Heraeus Holding GmbH; Micro-Epsilon
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita.
Data Segmentation: Country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Companies Mentioned
The companies featured in this Temperature Sensor market report include:- Siemens AG
- NXP Semiconductors N.V.
- Infineon Technologies AG
- Texas Instruments Incorporated
- Denso Corporation
- Tyco Electronics Ltd Connectivity
- Omron Corporation
- Sensor Scientific Inc.
- WIKA Instruments India Pvt. Ltd.
- Keyence Corporation
- Dwyer Instruments Ltd.
- Standex Electronics Inc.
- Thermocouple Technology LLC
- Kelvin Technologies Inc.
- Thermo Sensors Corporation
- Honeywell International Inc.
- Endress+Hauser Management AG
- Maxim Integrated
- Emerson Electric Co.
- Asea Brown Boveri
- Société de Techniques Microélectroniques
- Amphenol Advanced Sensors
- Sensata Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
- Microchip Technology Inc.
- Omega Engineering Inc.
- Panasonic Corporation
- Fluke Corporation
- Danfoss A/S
- Tokyo Denki Kagaku Kogyo Kabushiki-gaisha Corporation
- Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
- Vishay Intertechnology Inc.
- ON Semiconductor Corporation
- Analog Devices Inc.
- Sensirion AG
- Melexis NV
- Elektronik Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung
- Heraeus Holding GmbH
- Micro-Epsilon
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 250 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2026 - 2030 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 10.86 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 15.33 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 9.0% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 39 |
