What is the current water temperature in Machala?

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 26.56°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.

79.8

°F

December 22, 00:19

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.6°F

Tomorrow:

79.8°F

Sunrise:

06:10

Sunset:

18:28

Day Length:

12 h. 18 min.

Machala in December

Minimum:

78.2°F

Average:

79.2°F

Maximum:

80.8°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 79.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 81.1°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 76.6°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Machala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	77.6°F	79.0°F	76.6°F
Dec 9	77.9°F	79.5°F	77.1°F
Dec 10	77.7°F	82.0°F	77.3°F
Dec 11	78.2°F	82.1°F	77.6°F
Dec 12	78.0°F	80.9°F	77.6°F
Dec 13	78.5°F	79.9°F	77.6°F
Dec 14	79.1°F	79.8°F	77.6°F
Dec 15	80.4°F	80.1°F	78.0°F
Dec 16	79.4°F	80.0°F	78.0°F
Dec 17	79.1°F	81.4°F	78.0°F
Dec 18	80.2°F	81.1°F	78.1°F
Dec 19	79.8°F	80.7°F	78.3°F
Dec 20	79.8°F	80.6°F	78.2°F
Dec 21	79.6°F	80.1°F	78.3°F
Dec 22	79.8°F	80.3°F	78.5°F
Dec 23	79.8°F	80.2°F	78.5°F
Dec 24	79.8°F	80.0°F	78.5°F
Dec 25	80.0°F	80.7°F	78.7°F
Dec 26	80.1°F	80.5°F	78.8°F
Dec 27	80.2°F	80.5°F	78.9°F
Dec 28	80.1°F	80.3°F	78.8°F
Dec 29	79.9°F	79.8°F	78.5°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 79.0°F in Winter, 80.5°F in Spring, 76.4°F in Summer, and 75.2°F in Autumn.