What is the current water temperature in Machala?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Machala?

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 28.08°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 Machala

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Machala. 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.

82.5

°F

May 21, 12:53

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

82.9°F

Tomorrow:

82.5°F

Sunrise:

06:18

Sunset:

18:15

Day Length:

11 h. 57 min.

Machala in May

Minimum:

77.5°F

Average:

79.0°F

Maximum:

82.0°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 82.5°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 2.4°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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.1°F on 2022.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 81.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 81.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 82.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Machala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 7	82.9°F	81.6°F	81.0°F
May 8	81.7°F	83.8°F	80.8°F
May 9	81.6°F	82.3°F	80.9°F
May 10	82.6°F	82.3°F	80.9°F
May 11	82.4°F	82.2°F	80.8°F
May 12	82.6°F	82.3°F	80.9°F
May 13	84.0°F	81.1°F	80.8°F
May 14	84.3°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
May 15	83.5°F	80.6°F	80.9°F
May 16	82.5°F	80.7°F	80.9°F
May 17	81.9°F	80.7°F	80.5°F
May 18	81.7°F	80.5°F	80.4°F
May 19	83.7°F	80.2°F	80.6°F
May 20	82.9°F	80.1°F	80.6°F
May 21	82.5°F	79.8°F	80.1°F
May 22	82.5°F	81.2°F	80.0°F
May 23	82.1°F	80.7°F	79.7°F
May 24	81.9°F	80.1°F	79.4°F
May 25	81.9°F	79.7°F	79.5°F
May 26	81.8°F	79.5°F	79.3°F
May 27	81.6°F	79.4°F	79.2°F
May 28	81.4°F	78.7°F	79.0°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 Machala by month

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

The warmest water in Machala was recorded on April 11, 2026, reaching a 85.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 21, 2022, dipping to 69.6°F. The average readings by season are 79.2°F in Winter, 80.9°F in Spring, 76.3°F in Summer, and 75.1°F in Autumn.