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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

81.9

°F

August 31, 20:13

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.8°F

Tomorrow:

82.1°F

Sunrise:

06:19

Sunset:

18:21

Day Length:

12 h. 2 min.

Machala in September

Minimum:

78.1°F

Average:

79.3°F

Maximum:

81.2°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 81.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 7.6°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 rise a bit.

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 79.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 71.0°F on 2020.

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 82.0°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
Aug 17 80.8°F 74.7°F 76.0°F
Aug 18 80.2°F 74.1°F 75.5°F
Aug 19 81.8°F 73.7°F 75.7°F
Aug 20 82.1°F 73.4°F 75.5°F
Aug 21 82.0°F 74.5°F 75.5°F
Aug 22 79.8°F 74.2°F 74.8°F
Aug 23 79.8°F 74.5°F 74.7°F
Aug 24 80.1°F 74.2°F 74.8°F
Aug 25 80.7°F 73.6°F 74.7°F
Aug 26 82.0°F 74.0°F 75.0°F
Aug 27 81.1°F 75.2°F 74.9°F
Aug 28 80.7°F 75.6°F 74.7°F
Aug 29 80.6°F 74.2°F 75.1°F
Aug 30 82.8°F 76.2°F 75.3°F
Aug 31 81.9°F 76.6°F 74.4°F
Sep 1 82.1°F 75.5°F 74.6°F
Sep 2 81.6°F 74.9°F 74.1°F
Sep 3 81.8°F 74.6°F 74.2°F
Sep 4 82.3°F 75.3°F 74.8°F
Sep 5 82.1°F 74.8°F 74.5°F
Sep 6 82.1°F 74.3°F 74.6°F
Sep 7 82.1°F 74.0°F 74.6°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 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, 76.8°F in Summer, and 75.1°F in Autumn.