What is the current water temperature in Douala?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Douala?

As of now, in Douala, the water temperature is 29.27°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Douala

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Douala. 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.

84.7

°F

December 22, 05:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.6°F

Tomorrow:

84.7°F

Sunrise:

06:23

Sunset:

18:17

Day Length:

11 h. 54 min.

Douala in December

Minimum:

81.9°F

Average:

83.2°F

Maximum:

84.4°F

Sea water temperature in Douala today

As of now, in Douala, the water temperature is 84.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.8°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 83.0°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 84.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Douala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	84.5°F	82.5°F	83.7°F
Dec 9	83.7°F	82.6°F	83.6°F
Dec 10	84.1°F	83.3°F	83.7°F
Dec 11	84.7°F	83.2°F	83.6°F
Dec 12	83.9°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Dec 13	83.6°F	84.0°F	83.4°F
Dec 14	84.4°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Dec 15	84.3°F	84.0°F	83.5°F
Dec 16	83.5°F	82.8°F	83.3°F
Dec 17	83.5°F	83.4°F	83.3°F
Dec 18	84.5°F	83.4°F	83.5°F
Dec 19	85.0°F	83.4°F	83.6°F
Dec 20	84.7°F	83.5°F	83.7°F
Dec 21	84.6°F	84.0°F	83.8°F
Dec 22	84.7°F	84.2°F	83.9°F
Dec 23	84.7°F	83.6°F	83.8°F
Dec 24	84.7°F	84.4°F	83.9°F
Dec 25	84.7°F	84.3°F	83.9°F
Dec 26	84.6°F	84.2°F	83.8°F
Dec 27	84.7°F	84.2°F	83.8°F
Dec 28	84.4°F	83.8°F	83.6°F
Dec 29	84.3°F	85.1°F	83.5°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 Douala by month

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

The warmest water in Douala was recorded on April 27, 2020, reaching a 86.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 1, 2014, dipping to 76.9°F. The average readings by season are 83.6°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 80.6°F in Summer, and 81.3°F in Autumn.