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Water temperature in Shantou

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

66.6

°F

March 20, 05:44

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

66.5°F

Tomorrow:

66.9°F

Sunrise:

06:18

Sunset:

18:24

Day Length:

12 h. 6 min.

Shantou in March

Minimum:

62.2°F

Average:

64.1°F

Maximum:

65.7°F

Sea water temperature in Shantou today

As of now, in Shantou, the water temperature is 66.6°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 about the same as 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 71.1°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 61.9°F on 2025.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.9°F, while the maximum might reach 68.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Shantou

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Mar 6 66.2°F 62.7°F 64.7°F
Mar 7 65.0°F 63.3°F 64.9°F
Mar 8 64.5°F 64.0°F 65.3°F
Mar 9 64.1°F 62.8°F 65.3°F
Mar 10 65.1°F 62.9°F 65.5°F
Mar 11 64.2°F 63.2°F 65.5°F
Mar 12 64.3°F 63.6°F 65.1°F
Mar 13 64.5°F 64.8°F 65.2°F
Mar 14 64.9°F 65.1°F 65.6°F
Mar 15 64.5°F 65.6°F 65.8°F
Mar 16 62.7°F 65.8°F 65.6°F
Mar 17 63.5°F 65.5°F 65.9°F
Mar 18 64.2°F 65.6°F 66.3°F
Mar 19 66.5°F 63.2°F 66.4°F
Mar 20 66.6°F 61.9°F 66.5°F
Mar 21 66.9°F 62.4°F 66.8°F
Mar 22 67.0°F 62.0°F 66.9°F
Mar 23 67.1°F 61.6°F 67.0°F
Mar 24 67.6°F 63.5°F 67.4°F
Mar 25 67.7°F 65.7°F 67.6°F
Mar 26 67.9°F 67.5°F 67.7°F
Mar 27 68.3°F 69.5°F 68.2°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 Shantou by month

In Shantou, the months May through November offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 215 swimming days.
The warmest water in Shantou was recorded on July 25, 2023, reaching a 88.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 19, 2021, dipping to 58.5°F. The average readings by season are 64.8°F in Winter, 72.5°F in Spring, 83.6°F in Summer, and 79.2°F in Autumn.