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 28.62°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.

83.5

°F

December 31, 08:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.8°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

18:21

Day Length:

11 h. 54 min.

Douala in January

Minimum:

81.8°F

Average:

83.4°F

Maximum:

85.1°F

Sea water temperature in Douala today

As of now, in Douala, the water temperature is 83.5°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 0.3°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.3°F on 2016.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Douala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	83.6°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Jan 2	83.6°F	83.9°F	83.4°F
Jan 3	83.6°F	84.0°F	83.3°F
Jan 4	83.7°F	84.3°F	83.4°F
Jan 5	83.8°F	83.6°F	83.5°F
Jan 6	83.8°F	84.0°F	83.5°F
Jan 7	83.7°F	85.8°F	83.5°F
Dec 17	83.1°F	83.5°F	83.3°F
Dec 18	83.2°F	84.5°F	83.6°F
Dec 19	83.8°F	85.0°F	83.8°F
Dec 20	84.5°F	84.7°F	83.9°F
Dec 21	83.0°F	84.6°F	83.8°F
Dec 22	82.7°F	83.9°F	83.8°F
Dec 23	82.7°F	84.7°F	83.8°F
Dec 24	82.7°F	83.8°F	83.8°F
Dec 25	83.4°F	84.2°F	83.9°F
Dec 26	83.3°F	84.0°F	83.8°F
Dec 27	83.1°F	83.1°F	83.8°F
Dec 28	83.9°F	83.5°F	83.6°F
Dec 29	83.8°F	83.0°F	83.5°F
Dec 30	83.8°F	84.8°F	83.5°F
Dec 31	83.5°F	84.3°F	83.3°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 July 27, 2022, dipping to 77.4°F. The average readings by season are 83.7°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 80.6°F in Summer, and 81.3°F in Autumn.