What is the current water temperature in Puntarenas?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Puntarenas?

As of now, in Puntarenas, the water temperature is 28.61°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 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.

83.5

°F

November 28, 16:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.1°F

Tomorrow:

83.7°F

Sunrise:

05:39

Sunset:

17:15

Day Length:

11 h. 36 min.

Puntarenas in December

Minimum:

82.0°F

Average:

83.1°F

Maximum:

85.2°F

Sea water temperature in Puntarenas today

As of now, in Puntarenas, the water temperature is 83.5°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 1.1°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.9°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 80.7°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.6°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
Nov 14	81.0°F	83.3°F	82.4°F
Nov 15	81.1°F	82.5°F	82.5°F
Nov 16	81.3°F	82.5°F	82.5°F
Nov 17	81.3°F	82.4°F	82.5°F
Nov 18	81.2°F	82.4°F	82.5°F
Nov 19	82.0°F	82.3°F	82.7°F
Nov 20	81.7°F	82.2°F	82.5°F
Nov 21	81.4°F	81.2°F	82.4°F
Nov 22	81.7°F	81.3°F	82.4°F
Nov 23	82.0°F	80.8°F	82.3°F
Nov 24	82.7°F	80.7°F	82.4°F
Nov 25	83.0°F	80.0°F	82.3°F
Nov 26	82.9°F	80.0°F	82.3°F
Nov 27	83.1°F	80.9°F	82.4°F
Nov 28	83.5°F	81.1°F	82.4°F
Nov 29	83.7°F	81.0°F	82.5°F
Nov 30	83.5°F	81.0°F	82.4°F
Dec 1	83.5°F	81.2°F	82.4°F
Dec 2	83.6°F	81.9°F	82.5°F
Dec 3	83.7°F	82.1°F	82.6°F
Dec 4	83.7°F	82.1°F	82.6°F
Dec 5	83.8°F	81.9°F	82.7°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 26, 2023, dipping to 79.4°F. The average readings by season are 82.9°F in Winter, 84.5°F in Spring, 84.4°F in Summer, and 83.2°F in Autumn.