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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

82.2

°F

July 21, 20:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.7°F

Tomorrow:

82.3°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

18:25

Day Length:

11 h. 57 min.

Machala in July

Minimum:

77.7°F

Average:

79.1°F

Maximum:

81.1°F

Sea water temperature in Machala today

As of now, in Machala, the water temperature is 82.2°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 5.9°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 82.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 74.4°F on 2018.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 81.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 81.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 82.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Machala

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 7 82.4°F 81.0°F 77.4°F
Jul 8 82.6°F 80.2°F 77.4°F
Jul 9 82.1°F 79.6°F 77.3°F
Jul 10 81.8°F 78.9°F 77.1°F
Jul 11 81.1°F 78.4°F 77.0°F
Jul 12 79.7°F 78.0°F 76.7°F
Jul 13 80.4°F 77.7°F 77.0°F
Jul 14 82.1°F 77.6°F 77.2°F
Jul 15 82.0°F 77.4°F 77.1°F
Jul 16 81.2°F 76.9°F 77.1°F
Jul 17 81.2°F 78.5°F 77.2°F
Jul 18 82.3°F 78.0°F 77.4°F
Jul 19 81.6°F 79.7°F 77.7°F
Jul 20 81.7°F 77.3°F 77.1°F
Jul 21 82.2°F 76.7°F 76.4°F
Jul 22 82.3°F 75.9°F 76.4°F
Jul 23 81.8°F 75.2°F 75.9°F
Jul 24 81.4°F 74.8°F 75.5°F
Jul 25 81.7°F 74.3°F 75.8°F
Jul 26 81.6°F 73.8°F 75.7°F
Jul 27 81.3°F 75.3°F 75.4°F
Jul 28 81.0°F 74.9°F 75.1°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, 76.5°F in Summer, and 75.1°F in Autumn.