What is the current water temperature in Punta Cana?

As of now, in Punta Cana, the water temperature is 27.27°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Punta Cana

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Punta Cana. 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.

81.1

°F

April 28, 06:41

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.1°F

Tomorrow:

81.1°F

Sunrise:

06:08

Sunset:

18:54

Day Length:

12 h. 46 min.

Punta Cana in May

Minimum:

80.2°F

Average:

80.8°F

Maximum:

81.5°F

Sea water temperature in Punta Cana today

As of now, in Punta Cana, the water temperature is 81.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.6°F higher 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 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 81.4°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 79.5°F on 2022.

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 81.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Punta Cana

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 14	80.6°F	80.3°F	80.2°F
Apr 15	80.9°F	80.5°F	80.2°F
Apr 16	81.2°F	80.5°F	80.3°F
Apr 17	81.4°F	80.8°F	80.4°F
Apr 18	81.2°F	80.7°F	80.3°F
Apr 19	81.2°F	80.9°F	80.3°F
Apr 20	81.1°F	81.1°F	80.3°F
Apr 21	81.0°F	81.2°F	80.4°F
Apr 22	80.8°F	80.9°F	80.3°F
Apr 23	80.6°F	81.0°F	80.3°F
Apr 24	80.4°F	81.4°F	80.3°F
Apr 25	80.7°F	81.3°F	80.3°F
Apr 26	80.8°F	81.2°F	80.4°F
Apr 27	81.1°F	81.1°F	80.5°F
Apr 28	81.1°F	81.4°F	80.5°F
Apr 29	81.1°F	81.6°F	80.4°F
Apr 30	81.1°F	81.6°F	80.5°F
May 1	81.1°F	81.5°F	80.4°F
May 2	81.1°F	81.4°F	80.5°F
May 3	81.2°F	81.6°F	80.5°F
May 4	81.2°F	81.5°F	80.6°F
May 5	81.2°F	81.4°F	80.6°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 Punta Cana by month

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

The warmest water in Punta Cana was recorded on October 4, 2024, reaching a 86.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 9, 2018, dipping to 78.4°F. The average readings by season are 80.6°F in Winter, 80.3°F in Spring, 83.0°F in Summer, and 84.2°F in Autumn.