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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

68.1

°F

December 15, 06:09

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.5°F

Tomorrow:

67.9°F

Sunrise:

06:47

Sunset:

17:30

Day Length:

10 h. 43 min.

Shantou in December

Minimum:

59.9°F

Average:

63.5°F

Maximum:

66.3°F

Sea water temperature in Shantou today

As of now, in Shantou, the water temperature is 68.1°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 0.2°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 fall a bit.

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 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 69.1°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 64.8°F on 2019.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 66.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Shantou

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 1 68.5°F 70.0°F 70.5°F
Dec 2 69.1°F 68.7°F 70.2°F
Dec 3 69.4°F 69.4°F 70.1°F
Dec 4 68.2°F 69.8°F 69.8°F
Dec 5 68.2°F 70.6°F 69.8°F
Dec 6 67.9°F 70.0°F 69.4°F
Dec 7 68.2°F 70.8°F 69.3°F
Dec 8 68.6°F 71.0°F 68.9°F
Dec 9 68.3°F 70.7°F 68.6°F
Dec 10 69.0°F 70.2°F 68.4°F
Dec 11 68.3°F 69.9°F 68.1°F
Dec 12 69.0°F 69.9°F 68.4°F
Dec 13 68.7°F 69.2°F 68.4°F
Dec 14 68.5°F 68.7°F 68.3°F
Dec 15 68.1°F 68.0°F 67.9°F
Dec 16 67.9°F 67.8°F 67.7°F
Dec 17 67.6°F 66.1°F 67.4°F
Dec 18 67.2°F 65.9°F 67.0°F
Dec 19 67.0°F 65.7°F 66.8°F
Dec 20 66.1°F 63.9°F 65.9°F
Dec 21 66.3°F 63.4°F 66.1°F
Dec 22 66.0°F 63.8°F 65.8°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 79.1°F in Autumn.