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Water temperature in Natal

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Natal. 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 Natal now

80.1

°F

October 10, 17:50

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.8°F

Tomorrow:

80.1°F

Sunrise:

05:02

Sunset:

17:14

Day Length:

12 h. 12 min.

Natal in October

Minimum:

81.9°F

Average:

83.1°F

Maximum:

85.0°F

Sea water temperature in Natal today

As of now, in Natal, the water temperature is 80.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 80.0°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Natal

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 80.5°F 79.6°F 80.4°F
Sep 27 80.6°F 79.4°F 80.4°F
Sep 28 80.0°F 79.8°F 80.4°F
Sep 29 80.1°F 79.7°F 80.4°F
Sep 30 80.0°F 80.0°F 80.5°F
Oct 1 80.1°F 80.0°F 80.6°F
Oct 2 80.1°F 80.1°F 80.6°F
Oct 3 80.2°F 80.2°F 80.6°F
Oct 4 79.9°F 80.4°F 80.6°F
Oct 5 80.0°F 80.4°F 80.6°F
Oct 6 80.0°F 80.6°F 80.6°F
Oct 7 80.2°F 80.5°F 80.6°F
Oct 8 80.0°F 80.7°F 80.7°F
Oct 9 79.8°F 81.1°F 80.8°F
Oct 10 80.1°F 81.0°F 81.1°F
Oct 11 80.1°F 81.4°F 81.1°F
Oct 12 80.1°F 81.0°F 81.1°F
Oct 13 80.2°F 81.3°F 81.2°F
Oct 14 80.1°F 81.3°F 81.1°F
Oct 15 80.1°F 81.3°F 81.2°F
Oct 16 80.0°F 81.0°F 81.0°F
Oct 17 80.1°F 81.1°F 81.2°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 Natal by month

In Natal, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Natal was recorded on April 4, 2024, reaching a 87.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 20, 2018, dipping to 78.8°F. The average readings by season are 83.3°F in Winter, 84.1°F in Spring, 80.7°F in Summer, and 81.1°F in Autumn.