What is the current water temperature in Machala?

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 25.85°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.

78.5

°F

January 15, 22:48

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

78.6°F

Tomorrow:

78.3°F

Sunrise:

06:21

Sunset:

18:38

Day Length:

12 h. 17 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 78.5°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.2°F lower 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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 81.7°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 77.5°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 78.9°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
Jan 1	77.7°F	77.9°F	78.0°F
Jan 2	78.6°F	77.3°F	77.7°F
Jan 3	78.3°F	77.0°F	77.9°F
Jan 4	78.2°F	76.9°F	78.0°F
Jan 5	79.4°F	77.9°F	79.0°F
Jan 6	79.4°F	77.8°F	79.0°F
Jan 7	79.3°F	77.9°F	79.1°F
Jan 8	79.3°F	78.0°F	79.2°F
Jan 9	79.3°F	78.1°F	79.3°F
Jan 10	79.3°F	78.2°F	79.3°F
Jan 11	79.4°F	78.3°F	79.3°F
Jan 12	79.3°F	78.4°F	79.2°F
Jan 13	79.0°F	78.1°F	79.3°F
Jan 14	78.6°F	77.8°F	79.0°F
Jan 15	78.5°F	77.5°F	78.7°F
Jan 16	78.3°F	77.3°F	78.5°F
Jan 17	78.4°F	77.2°F	78.6°F
Jan 18	78.7°F	77.1°F	78.9°F
Jan 19	78.5°F	77.0°F	78.7°F
Jan 20	78.9°F	77.5°F	79.1°F
Jan 21	79.4°F	80.9°F	79.6°F
Jan 22	79.8°F	82.1°F	80.0°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, 80.8°F in Spring, 76.3°F in Summer, and 75.1°F in Autumn.