What is the current water temperature in Bujumbura?

As of now, in Bujumbura, the water temperature is 27.03°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Bujumbura

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bujumbura. 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.

80.7

°F

May 23, 08:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.9°F

Tomorrow:

80.8°F

Sunrise:

06:01

Sunset:

17:58

Day Length:

11 h. 57 min.

Bujumbura in May

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

80.0°F

Maximum:

80.8°F

Water temperature in Bujumbura today

As of now, in Bujumbura, the water temperature is 80.7°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.3°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 79.0°F on 2025.

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 80.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Bujumbura

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 9	81.4°F	80.9°F	80.9°F
May 10	81.3°F	81.0°F	81.0°F
May 11	81.0°F	80.8°F	80.8°F
May 12	81.2°F	81.0°F	81.0°F
May 13	81.4°F	81.1°F	81.0°F
May 14	81.5°F	81.9°F	81.2°F
May 15	80.9°F	81.1°F	81.2°F
May 16	80.8°F	81.1°F	81.2°F
May 17	81.2°F	80.4°F	81.1°F
May 18	81.0°F	81.0°F	81.2°F
May 19	81.2°F	80.6°F	81.2°F
May 20	81.5°F	80.5°F	81.3°F
May 21	81.3°F	81.0°F	81.3°F
May 22	80.9°F	80.4°F	81.2°F
May 23	80.7°F	79.0°F	80.9°F
May 24	80.8°F	80.1°F	81.1°F
May 25	80.8°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
May 26	80.8°F	80.5°F	81.0°F
May 27	80.7°F	80.5°F	80.9°F
May 28	80.5°F	80.6°F	80.8°F
May 29	80.6°F	80.8°F	80.8°F
May 30	80.7°F	80.8°F	81.0°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.

Water temperature in Bujumbura by month

In Bujumbura, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Bujumbura was recorded on March 19, 2024, reaching a 83.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 4, 2025, dipping to 76.6°F. The average readings by season are 79.8°F in Winter, 80.9°F in Spring, 79.3°F in Summer, and 79.3°F in Autumn.