What is the current water temperature in Oranjestad?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Oranjestad?

As of now, in Oranjestad, the water temperature is 28.1°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Oranjestad

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Oranjestad. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

82.6

°F

December 22, 01:28

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.6°F

Tomorrow:

82.5°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

18:21

Day Length:

11 h. 24 min.

Oranjestad in December

Minimum:

77.8°F

Average:

79.8°F

Maximum:

81.9°F

Sea water temperature in Oranjestad today

As of now, in Oranjestad, the water temperature is 82.6°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.6°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 82.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Oranjestad

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	84.7°F	80.8°F	82.2°F
Dec 9	84.1°F	80.7°F	82.1°F
Dec 10	84.1°F	81.0°F	82.1°F
Dec 11	84.2°F	81.1°F	82.0°F
Dec 12	84.1°F	81.2°F	81.8°F
Dec 13	83.7°F	81.2°F	81.7°F
Dec 14	83.1°F	81.6°F	81.7°F
Dec 15	82.9°F	81.0°F	81.5°F
Dec 16	83.0°F	81.4°F	81.5°F
Dec 17	83.4°F	82.5°F	81.6°F
Dec 18	83.0°F	82.4°F	81.6°F
Dec 19	83.0°F	82.5°F	81.5°F
Dec 20	83.1°F	82.3°F	81.3°F
Dec 21	82.6°F	83.0°F	81.2°F
Dec 22	82.6°F	82.9°F	81.2°F
Dec 23	82.5°F	82.6°F	81.1°F
Dec 24	82.3°F	82.1°F	80.9°F
Dec 25	82.3°F	82.5°F	81.0°F
Dec 26	82.3°F	82.9°F	81.0°F
Dec 27	82.3°F	82.4°F	80.9°F
Dec 28	82.1°F	82.2°F	80.7°F
Dec 29	82.1°F	82.6°F	80.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Oranjestad by month

In Oranjestad, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Oranjestad was recorded on October 10, 2024, reaching a 87.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2018, dipping to 76.2°F. The average readings by season are 80.1°F in Winter, 79.9°F in Spring, 81.5°F in Summer, and 83.8°F in Autumn.