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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

79.5

°F

August 27, 23:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.3°F

Tomorrow:

79.7°F

Sunrise:

06:44

Sunset:

19:00

Day Length:

12 h. 16 min.

Cotonou in September

Minimum:

79.5°F

Average:

82.3°F

Maximum:

85.2°F

Sea water temperature in Cotonou today

As of now, in Cotonou, the water temperature is 79.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.8°F higher 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 rise a bit.

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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 79.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 76.0°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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 79.7°F, while the maximum might reach 80.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Cotonou

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 13 77.4°F 77.0°F 77.3°F
Aug 14 77.9°F 76.8°F 77.1°F
Aug 15 78.2°F 77.0°F 77.2°F
Aug 16 77.6°F 77.1°F 77.4°F
Aug 17 77.3°F 77.0°F 77.3°F
Aug 18 77.3°F 77.2°F 77.4°F
Aug 19 77.4°F 77.5°F 77.5°F
Aug 20 77.6°F 77.7°F 77.5°F
Aug 21 78.4°F 77.5°F 77.4°F
Aug 22 78.5°F 77.4°F 77.6°F
Aug 23 78.7°F 77.2°F 77.6°F
Aug 24 78.7°F 77.2°F 77.6°F
Aug 25 78.6°F 77.1°F 77.6°F
Aug 26 79.3°F 76.7°F 77.7°F
Aug 27 79.5°F 76.7°F 77.7°F
Aug 28 79.7°F 76.9°F 77.9°F
Aug 29 79.8°F 77.0°F 78.0°F
Aug 30 80.1°F 77.0°F 78.3°F
Aug 31 80.0°F 77.0°F 78.2°F
Sep 1 80.1°F 77.3°F 78.3°F
Sep 2 80.1°F 77.7°F 78.3°F
Sep 3 80.0°F 77.6°F 78.2°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 82.9°F in Winter, 84.4°F in Spring, 79.9°F in Summer, and 81.8°F in Autumn.