What is the current water temperature in Shantou?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Shantou?

As of now, in Shantou, the water temperature is 28.16°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 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.

82.7

°F

May 26, 00:02

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.7°F

Tomorrow:

82.8°F

Sunrise:

05:28

Sunset:

18:53

Day Length:

13 h. 25 min.

Shantou in June

Minimum:

61.5°F

Average:

64.6°F

Maximum:

66.7°F

Sea water temperature in Shantou today

As of now, in Shantou, the water temperature is 82.7°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 3.2°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

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 83.3°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 76.5°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 83.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 82.8°F, while the maximum might reach 84.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Shantou

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	76.8°F	76.8°F	77.7°F
May 13	77.1°F	76.9°F	78.0°F
May 14	77.7°F	76.4°F	78.2°F
May 15	78.0°F	78.1°F	78.4°F
May 16	77.9°F	80.2°F	79.0°F
May 17	77.8°F	80.6°F	79.0°F
May 18	77.2°F	82.5°F	79.2°F
May 19	76.4°F	82.8°F	79.4°F
May 20	76.8°F	82.6°F	79.5°F
May 21	77.1°F	82.3°F	79.3°F
May 22	77.6°F	82.3°F	79.4°F
May 23	79.0°F	83.1°F	79.8°F
May 24	80.3°F	82.5°F	79.6°F
May 25	82.7°F	82.1°F	79.5°F
May 26	82.7°F	81.9°F	79.5°F
May 27	82.8°F	81.6°F	79.6°F
May 28	83.1°F	81.4°F	79.9°F
May 29	83.4°F	81.2°F	80.2°F
May 30	83.7°F	81.0°F	80.5°F
May 31	84.0°F	80.9°F	80.8°F
Jun 1	84.1°F	79.7°F	80.9°F
Jun 2	84.2°F	79.7°F	81.1°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 217 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, 72.6°F in Spring, 83.6°F in Summer, and 79.2°F in Autumn.