What is the current water temperature in Puerto Plata?

As of now, in Puerto Plata, the water temperature is 27.52°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.

81.5

°F

December 21, 08:19

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.6°F

Tomorrow:

81.4°F

Sunrise:

07:13

Sunset:

18:09

Day Length:

10 h. 56 min.

Puerto Plata in December

Minimum:

79.8°F

Average:

80.5°F

Maximum:

81.2°F

Sea water temperature in Puerto Plata today

As of now, in Puerto Plata, the water temperature is 81.5°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 82.1°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 80.9°F on 2014.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.3°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
Dec 7	82.3°F	82.9°F	82.4°F
Dec 8	82.2°F	82.6°F	82.3°F
Dec 9	82.5°F	82.6°F	82.3°F
Dec 10	82.3°F	82.7°F	82.3°F
Dec 11	82.3°F	82.5°F	82.1°F
Dec 12	82.3°F	82.7°F	82.1°F
Dec 13	82.4°F	82.5°F	82.0°F
Dec 14	82.2°F	82.4°F	82.0°F
Dec 15	82.1°F	82.0°F	81.9°F
Dec 16	82.0°F	81.9°F	81.8°F
Dec 17	81.9°F	81.7°F	81.7°F
Dec 18	81.8°F	81.3°F	81.6°F
Dec 19	81.7°F	81.3°F	81.6°F
Dec 20	81.6°F	81.3°F	81.5°F
Dec 21	81.5°F	81.1°F	81.5°F
Dec 22	81.4°F	81.0°F	81.4°F
Dec 23	81.4°F	80.9°F	81.3°F
Dec 24	81.3°F	80.9°F	81.2°F
Dec 25	81.3°F	80.9°F	81.2°F
Dec 26	81.2°F	81.0°F	81.2°F
Dec 27	81.2°F	81.1°F	81.1°F
Dec 28	81.1°F	80.9°F	81.0°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 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 80.5°F in Winter, 79.9°F in Spring, 82.5°F in Summer, and 84.1°F in Autumn.