What is the current water temperature in Cotonou?

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 27.11°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

80.8

°F

October 10, 21:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

80.6°F

Tomorrow:

80.8°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

18:38

Day Length:

12 h. 1 min.

Cotonou in October

Minimum:

79.2°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

85.3°F

Sea water temperature in Cotonou today

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 80.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.7°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 83.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 80.0°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.2°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
Sep 26	79.8°F	79.9°F	80.3°F
Sep 27	80.5°F	80.4°F	80.5°F
Sep 28	80.9°F	80.7°F	80.5°F
Sep 29	80.9°F	80.7°F	80.7°F
Sep 30	80.7°F	81.2°F	80.8°F
Oct 1	80.6°F	81.1°F	80.8°F
Oct 2	80.5°F	81.0°F	80.8°F
Oct 3	80.7°F	80.9°F	80.8°F
Oct 4	80.6°F	80.7°F	80.9°F
Oct 5	80.9°F	80.6°F	80.9°F
Oct 6	80.9°F	80.6°F	81.0°F
Oct 7	80.8°F	80.8°F	81.3°F
Oct 8	81.0°F	81.0°F	81.4°F
Oct 9	80.6°F	81.2°F	81.3°F
Oct 10	80.8°F	82.1°F	81.5°F
Oct 11	80.8°F	81.5°F	81.5°F
Oct 12	81.0°F	82.1°F	81.7°F
Oct 13	81.1°F	82.2°F	81.8°F
Oct 14	81.2°F	82.4°F	81.9°F
Oct 15	81.2°F	81.5°F	81.9°F
Oct 16	81.4°F	82.1°F	82.1°F
Oct 17	81.5°F	82.2°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.