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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

85.8

°F

October 11, 04:22

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.0°F

Tomorrow:

85.7°F

Sunrise:

06:08

Sunset:

17:52

Day Length:

11 h. 44 min.

Shantou in October

Minimum:

61.7°F

Average:

64.2°F

Maximum:

66.6°F

Sea water temperature in Shantou today

As of now, in Shantou, the water temperature is 85.8°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 4.7°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 fall 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.2°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 78.9°F on 2018.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 84.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 83.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 85.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Shantou

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 27 83.6°F 85.0°F 83.0°F
Sep 28 83.4°F 85.0°F 83.1°F
Sep 29 83.5°F 84.6°F 83.0°F
Sep 30 84.0°F 85.1°F 82.9°F
Oct 1 84.3°F 84.6°F 83.0°F
Oct 2 85.0°F 84.1°F 83.4°F
Oct 3 84.5°F 83.7°F 83.4°F
Oct 4 85.9°F 83.3°F 83.1°F
Oct 5 85.5°F 82.9°F 82.9°F
Oct 6 85.4°F 81.6°F 82.6°F
Oct 7 84.8°F 82.6°F 82.4°F
Oct 8 86.2°F 82.2°F 82.4°F
Oct 9 85.9°F 81.8°F 82.1°F
Oct 10 86.0°F 81.1°F 81.3°F
Oct 11 85.8°F 80.9°F 81.1°F
Oct 12 85.7°F 81.7°F 81.0°F
Oct 13 85.1°F 81.4°F 80.4°F
Oct 14 84.8°F 81.3°F 80.2°F
Oct 15 84.5°F 81.2°F 79.9°F
Oct 16 84.1°F 81.0°F 79.4°F
Oct 17 84.1°F 82.0°F 79.4°F
Oct 18 83.9°F 82.2°F 79.2°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, 72.4°F in Spring, 83.4°F in Summer, and 79.0°F in Autumn.