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Water temperature in Xiamen

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

86.5

°F

September 18, 06:37

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.2°F

Tomorrow:

86.5°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

18:09

Day Length:

12 h. 14 min.

Xiamen in September

Minimum:

58.0°F

Average:

61.1°F

Maximum:

64.5°F

Sea water temperature in Xiamen today

As of now, in Xiamen, the water temperature is 86.5°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 2.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.3°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 80.1°F on 2015.

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 86.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 85.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 86.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Xiamen

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 4 85.1°F 85.0°F 84.5°F
Sep 5 85.8°F 84.3°F 84.4°F
Sep 6 86.5°F 83.6°F 84.3°F
Sep 7 87.1°F 84.7°F 84.3°F
Sep 8 85.8°F 84.6°F 83.9°F
Sep 9 85.3°F 83.9°F 83.6°F
Sep 10 85.6°F 84.3°F 83.7°F
Sep 11 84.6°F 84.6°F 83.5°F
Sep 12 86.1°F 84.8°F 83.7°F
Sep 13 86.7°F 85.5°F 83.7°F
Sep 14 86.1°F 85.7°F 83.8°F
Sep 15 86.4°F 85.4°F 83.8°F
Sep 16 85.4°F 85.2°F 83.8°F
Sep 17 86.2°F 84.1°F 83.5°F
Sep 18 86.5°F 84.1°F 83.8°F
Sep 19 86.5°F 84.3°F 83.7°F
Sep 20 86.4°F 83.9°F 83.7°F
Sep 21 86.2°F 83.2°F 83.5°F
Sep 22 86.0°F 82.7°F 83.2°F
Sep 23 85.7°F 82.3°F 83.0°F
Sep 24 85.4°F 81.8°F 82.7°F
Sep 25 85.7°F 81.4°F 83.0°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 Xiamen by month

In Xiamen, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 187 swimming days.
The warmest water in Xiamen was recorded on August 5, 2023, reaching a 88.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 13, 2018, dipping to 54.2°F. The average readings by season are 61.6°F in Winter, 69.4°F in Spring, 83.6°F in Summer, and 78.1°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Jinjiang 83.4°F 39mi
Quanzhou 83.9°F 44mi
Putian 84.7°F 88mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Xiamen