What is the current water temperature in Machala?

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 27.88°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

82.2

°F

February 5, 03:37

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.5°F

Sunrise:

06:27

Sunset:

18:41

Day Length:

12 h. 14 min.

Machala in February

Minimum:

75.4°F

Average:

77.5°F

Maximum:

79.7°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 82.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 2.2°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.7°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 78.3°F on 2015.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 82.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 82.5°F, while the maximum might reach 83.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Machala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 22	82.1°F	81.0°F	79.8°F
Jan 23	81.2°F	83.0°F	80.0°F
Jan 24	81.7°F	85.0°F	80.5°F
Jan 25	81.7°F	83.7°F	80.6°F
Jan 26	81.8°F	82.0°F	80.4°F
Jan 27	82.7°F	81.7°F	80.4°F
Jan 28	82.8°F	81.1°F	80.3°F
Jan 29	82.4°F	81.8°F	80.1°F
Jan 30	81.9°F	81.3°F	79.8°F
Jan 31	82.1°F	80.7°F	79.5°F
Feb 1	82.2°F	80.4°F	79.4°F
Feb 2	81.7°F	80.0°F	79.1°F
Feb 3	82.1°F	80.0°F	79.6°F
Feb 4	82.3°F	80.0°F	80.0°F
Feb 5	82.2°F	80.1°F	80.0°F
Feb 6	82.5°F	81.7°F	80.3°F
Feb 7	82.7°F	82.9°F	80.5°F
Feb 8	82.9°F	83.2°F	80.6°F
Feb 9	82.9°F	83.1°F	80.6°F
Feb 10	82.9°F	82.9°F	80.6°F
Feb 11	82.7°F	82.5°F	80.5°F
Feb 12	83.1°F	82.1°F	80.9°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 March 21, 2017, reaching a 85.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 21, 2022, dipping to 69.6°F. The average readings by season are 79.1°F in Winter, 80.6°F in Spring, 76.4°F in Summer, and 75.2°F in Autumn.