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 28.53°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.

83.4

°F

April 24, 09:00

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.6°F

Tomorrow:

83.1°F

Sunrise:

06:18

Sunset:

18:18

Day Length:

12 h. 0 min.

Machala in April

Minimum:

76.4°F

Average:

78.0°F

Maximum:

81.4°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 83.4°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 2.7°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 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 81.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 78.7°F on 2016.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.2°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
Apr 10	82.5°F	82.2°F	80.4°F
Apr 11	85.5°F	81.9°F	80.9°F
Apr 12	83.8°F	81.9°F	81.3°F
Apr 13	83.6°F	81.5°F	81.2°F
Apr 14	83.8°F	82.1°F	81.2°F
Apr 15	83.3°F	81.9°F	81.2°F
Apr 16	83.6°F	82.1°F	81.2°F
Apr 17	83.6°F	82.6°F	81.3°F
Apr 18	82.1°F	81.9°F	81.1°F
Apr 19	82.4°F	81.6°F	81.1°F
Apr 20	83.5°F	81.8°F	81.7°F
Apr 21	82.9°F	81.4°F	81.2°F
Apr 22	83.0°F	81.0°F	80.7°F
Apr 23	83.6°F	80.9°F	81.1°F
Apr 24	83.4°F	80.6°F	80.6°F
Apr 25	83.1°F	80.4°F	80.4°F
Apr 26	82.9°F	80.1°F	80.2°F
Apr 27	83.4°F	80.8°F	80.7°F
Apr 28	83.6°F	80.6°F	80.9°F
Apr 29	83.3°F	80.8°F	80.6°F
Apr 30	83.3°F	81.1°F	80.6°F
May 1	83.0°F	80.7°F	80.3°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.