What is the current water temperature in Praia?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Praia?

As of now, in Praia, the water temperature is 22.93°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Praia

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Praia. 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.

73.3

°F

April 25, 06:07

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.3°F

Tomorrow:

73.3°F

Sunrise:

06:14

Sunset:

18:50

Day Length:

12 h. 36 min.

Praia in May

Minimum:

74.2°F

Average:

76.1°F

Maximum:

77.6°F

Sea water temperature in Praia today

As of now, in Praia, the water temperature is 73.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.2°F lower 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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 76.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 71.6°F on 2018.

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 73.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Praia

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 11	73.3°F	76.4°F	73.8°F
Apr 12	73.7°F	76.0°F	74.0°F
Apr 13	73.9°F	75.5°F	74.1°F
Apr 14	74.2°F	75.4°F	74.2°F
Apr 15	73.8°F	75.0°F	74.0°F
Apr 16	73.5°F	76.0°F	74.2°F
Apr 17	73.5°F	76.5°F	74.3°F
Apr 18	73.9°F	76.6°F	74.5°F
Apr 19	73.8°F	76.5°F	74.4°F
Apr 20	73.5°F	76.4°F	74.3°F
Apr 21	73.1°F	76.6°F	74.4°F
Apr 22	73.1°F	76.4°F	74.2°F
Apr 23	73.6°F	76.2°F	74.4°F
Apr 24	73.3°F	75.8°F	74.5°F
Apr 25	73.3°F	76.3°F	74.5°F
Apr 26	73.3°F	76.2°F	74.5°F
Apr 27	73.4°F	76.6°F	74.6°F
Apr 28	73.4°F	76.1°F	74.6°F
Apr 29	73.5°F	76.7°F	74.7°F
Apr 30	73.4°F	75.4°F	74.6°F
May 1	73.3°F	75.3°F	74.5°F
May 2	73.1°F	75.5°F	74.3°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 Praia by month

In Praia, almost every month besides March is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 329 swimming days.

The warmest water in Praia was recorded on October 14, 2023, reaching a 84.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 10, 2018, dipping to 70.2°F. The average readings by season are 75.5°F in Winter, 73.9°F in Spring, 78.0°F in Summer, and 81.2°F in Autumn.