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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.
Sea temperature in Cotonou now

79.6

°F

September 13, 15:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

79.8°F

Tomorrow:

79.7°F

Sunrise:

06:41

Sunset:

18:51

Day Length:

12 h. 10 min.

Cotonou in September

Minimum:

78.7°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

85.2°F

Sea water temperature in Cotonou today

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 79.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.5°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 notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 80.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 78.1°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.7°F, while the maximum might reach 80.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Cotonou

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 30 77.0°F 77.7°F 78.3°F
Aug 31 77.0°F 77.8°F 78.2°F
Sep 1 77.3°F 77.9°F 78.3°F
Sep 2 77.7°F 77.8°F 78.2°F
Sep 3 77.6°F 77.8°F 78.2°F
Sep 4 77.6°F 77.8°F 78.2°F
Sep 5 77.9°F 78.3°F 78.4°F
Sep 6 78.2°F 78.2°F 78.4°F
Sep 7 79.0°F 78.5°F 78.6°F
Sep 8 79.5°F 78.6°F 78.7°F
Sep 9 79.5°F 79.3°F 79.0°F
Sep 10 79.3°F 79.1°F 79.1°F
Sep 11 79.5°F 79.1°F 79.1°F
Sep 12 79.8°F 78.2°F 79.0°F
Sep 13 79.6°F 79.0°F 79.2°F
Sep 14 79.7°F 78.9°F 79.2°F
Sep 15 79.8°F 78.8°F 79.3°F
Sep 16 79.9°F 79.5°F 79.4°F
Sep 17 80.0°F 79.5°F 79.5°F
Sep 18 80.3°F 79.8°F 79.8°F
Sep 19 80.4°F 79.8°F 79.9°F
Sep 20 80.5°F 79.3°F 80.0°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.