What is the current water temperature in Cotonou?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Cotonou?

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 28.67°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 Cotonou

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Cotonou. 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.

83.6

°F

December 28, 21:01

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.6°F

Tomorrow:

83.3°F

Sunrise:

06:59

Sunset:

18:45

Day Length:

11 h. 46 min.

Cotonou in January

Minimum:

80.4°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

83.9°F

Sea water temperature in Cotonou today

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 83.6°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 1.2°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.9°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 79.4°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Cotonou

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	83.5°F	83.8°F	82.3°F
Jan 2	83.4°F	83.4°F	82.2°F
Jan 3	83.7°F	83.6°F	82.5°F
Jan 4	83.5°F	83.1°F	82.3°F
Dec 14	82.8°F	84.7°F	83.3°F
Dec 15	82.9°F	84.0°F	83.4°F
Dec 16	83.2°F	84.2°F	83.4°F
Dec 17	83.0°F	83.9°F	83.2°F
Dec 18	83.7°F	83.8°F	83.4°F
Dec 19	84.7°F	83.2°F	83.3°F
Dec 20	83.9°F	83.3°F	83.3°F
Dec 21	84.1°F	82.8°F	83.5°F
Dec 22	82.8°F	81.3°F	83.1°F
Dec 23	84.4°F	81.6°F	83.0°F
Dec 24	83.4°F	81.1°F	82.6°F
Dec 25	83.9°F	81.2°F	82.6°F
Dec 26	83.9°F	82.3°F	82.6°F
Dec 27	83.6°F	81.0°F	82.3°F
Dec 28	83.6°F	82.8°F	82.4°F
Dec 29	83.3°F	83.8°F	82.1°F
Dec 30	83.3°F	83.8°F	82.1°F
Dec 31	83.4°F	83.0°F	82.2°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 Cotonou by month

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

The warmest water in Cotonou was recorded on April 10, 2024, reaching a 87.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 16, 2022, dipping to 75.7°F. The average readings by season are 82.7°F in Winter, 84.3°F in Spring, 79.7°F in Summer, and 81.8°F in Autumn.