What is the current water temperature in Puerto Plata?

As of now, in Puerto Plata, the water temperature is 27.31°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Puerto Plata

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Puerto Plata. 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.

81.2

°F

January 1, 22:52

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.3°F

Tomorrow:

81.1°F

Sunrise:

07:18

Sunset:

18:15

Day Length:

10 h. 57 min.

Puerto Plata in January

Minimum:

80.5°F

Average:

81.0°F

Maximum:

82.0°F

Sea water temperature in Puerto Plata today

As of now, in Puerto Plata, the water temperature is 81.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 80.5°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Puerto Plata

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	81.2°F	80.7°F	81.0°F
Jan 2	81.1°F	80.5°F	80.9°F
Jan 3	81.0°F	80.5°F	80.9°F
Jan 4	81.0°F	80.5°F	80.9°F
Jan 5	81.0°F	80.4°F	80.8°F
Jan 6	80.8°F	80.3°F	80.7°F
Jan 7	80.8°F	80.3°F	80.7°F
Jan 8	80.7°F	80.3°F	80.6°F
Dec 18	82.7°F	81.8°F	81.8°F
Dec 19	82.6°F	81.7°F	81.7°F
Dec 20	82.7°F	81.6°F	81.7°F
Dec 21	82.6°F	81.5°F	81.6°F
Dec 22	82.4°F	81.4°F	81.5°F
Dec 23	82.2°F	81.3°F	81.4°F
Dec 24	82.2°F	81.1°F	81.3°F
Dec 25	82.0°F	81.1°F	81.3°F
Dec 26	81.9°F	81.1°F	81.2°F
Dec 27	81.8°F	81.1°F	81.2°F
Dec 28	81.6°F	81.0°F	81.1°F
Dec 29	81.5°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
Dec 30	81.4°F	81.0°F	81.1°F
Dec 31	81.3°F	80.8°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 Puerto Plata by month

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

The warmest water in Puerto Plata was recorded on October 20, 2023, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 28, 2018, dipping to 78.0°F. The average readings by season are 80.6°F in Winter, 80.0°F in Spring, 82.6°F in Summer, and 84.2°F in Autumn.