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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.
Sea temperature in Machala now

79.3

°F

December 28, 01:01

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

79.3°F

Tomorrow:

79.1°F

Sunrise:

06:12

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Machala in January

Minimum:

76.1°F

Average:

78.0°F

Maximum:

79.6°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 79.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.4°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 80.5°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 77.2°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 78.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 77.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 79.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Machala

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 1 78.4°F 77.9°F 78.0°F
Jan 2 77.9°F 77.3°F 77.5°F
Jan 3 78.2°F 77.0°F 77.8°F
Jan 4 78.3°F 76.9°F 77.9°F
Dec 14 77.4°F 79.1°F 77.7°F
Dec 15 77.5°F 80.4°F 78.0°F
Dec 16 78.0°F 79.4°F 77.9°F
Dec 17 78.0°F 79.1°F 78.1°F
Dec 18 77.8°F 80.2°F 78.0°F
Dec 19 77.7°F 79.8°F 78.2°F
Dec 20 77.6°F 79.8°F 78.1°F
Dec 21 78.4°F 79.6°F 78.4°F
Dec 22 78.5°F 79.5°F 78.6°F
Dec 23 78.4°F 79.4°F 78.6°F
Dec 24 78.4°F 79.3°F 78.6°F
Dec 25 78.2°F 79.2°F 78.7°F
Dec 26 78.5°F 79.4°F 78.8°F
Dec 27 79.3°F 79.4°F 78.9°F
Dec 28 79.3°F 79.3°F 78.9°F
Dec 29 79.1°F 78.9°F 78.7°F
Dec 30 79.0°F 78.7°F 78.6°F
Dec 31 78.8°F 78.2°F 78.4°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 79.2°F in Winter, 80.7°F in Spring, 76.4°F in Summer, and 75.2°F in Autumn.