What is the current water temperature in Puntarenas?

As of now, in Puntarenas, the water temperature is 27.88°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Puntarenas

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Puntarenas. 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.

82.2

°F

February 16, 03:23

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.2°F

Tomorrow:

82.4°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

17:48

Day Length:

11 h. 49 min.

Puntarenas in February

Minimum:

81.6°F

Average:

82.9°F

Maximum:

85.9°F

Sea water temperature in Puntarenas today

As of now, in Puntarenas, the water temperature is 82.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower 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 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 83.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 81.2°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 82.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Puntarenas

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 2	82.9°F	83.8°F	83.1°F
Feb 3	82.1°F	83.7°F	83.0°F
Feb 4	80.8°F	83.6°F	82.8°F
Feb 5	79.7°F	83.2°F	82.7°F
Feb 6	79.2°F	82.8°F	82.7°F
Feb 7	81.1°F	83.4°F	83.1°F
Feb 8	80.4°F	84.0°F	83.1°F
Feb 9	80.5°F	84.0°F	83.1°F
Feb 10	78.5°F	84.0°F	82.7°F
Feb 11	78.7°F	84.0°F	82.7°F
Feb 12	79.0°F	84.1°F	82.8°F
Feb 13	79.7°F	83.7°F	82.9°F
Feb 14	81.6°F	83.7°F	83.0°F
Feb 15	82.2°F	83.5°F	82.8°F
Feb 16	82.2°F	83.4°F	82.8°F
Feb 17	82.4°F	83.5°F	83.0°F
Feb 18	82.4°F	83.4°F	83.0°F
Feb 19	82.5°F	83.2°F	83.1°F
Feb 20	82.4°F	83.2°F	83.0°F
Feb 21	82.6°F	83.4°F	83.2°F
Feb 22	82.5°F	83.5°F	83.1°F
Feb 23	82.3°F	83.5°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 Puntarenas by month

In Puntarenas, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Puntarenas was recorded on May 5, 2023, reaching a 87.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 10, 2026, dipping to 78.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.8°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 84.3°F in Summer, and 83.0°F in Autumn.