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 29.8°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.

85.6

°F

May 18, 04:52

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.7°F

Tomorrow:

85.8°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

18:59

Day Length:

12 h. 25 min.

Cotonou in May

Minimum:

79.9°F

Average:

82.4°F

Maximum:

84.6°F

Sea water temperature in Cotonou today

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 85.6°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 1.0°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 83.1°F on 2018.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.6°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
May 4	85.0°F	86.3°F	85.0°F
May 5	85.9°F	86.2°F	85.0°F
May 6	83.9°F	86.6°F	85.1°F
May 7	84.8°F	86.7°F	85.0°F
May 8	84.7°F	86.9°F	85.0°F
May 9	84.7°F	86.8°F	85.2°F
May 10	84.7°F	86.6°F	85.2°F
May 11	84.7°F	86.6°F	85.2°F
May 12	84.7°F	86.5°F	85.1°F
May 13	85.9°F	86.4°F	85.0°F
May 14	85.3°F	86.2°F	84.8°F
May 15	85.7°F	86.7°F	85.0°F
May 16	85.7°F	86.3°F	84.8°F
May 17	85.7°F	86.2°F	84.7°F
May 18	85.6°F	86.1°F	84.6°F
May 19	85.8°F	86.0°F	84.7°F
May 20	85.7°F	85.7°F	84.6°F
May 21	85.7°F	85.1°F	84.6°F
May 22	85.5°F	85.0°F	84.5°F
May 23	85.4°F	85.0°F	84.3°F
May 24	85.7°F	86.2°F	84.7°F
May 25	85.5°F	85.9°F	84.4°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.