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Water temperature in Massawa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Massawa. 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 Massawa now

87.7

°F

May 18, 16:47

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

87.3°F

Tomorrow:

87.5°F

Sunrise:

05:52

Sunset:

18:45

Day Length:

12 h. 53 min.

Massawa in May

Minimum:

80.7°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

83.2°F

Sea water temperature in Massawa today

As of now, in Massawa, the water temperature is 87.7°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 0.5°F lower 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 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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 90.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 86.0°F on 2018.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Massawa

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 4 87.2°F 88.6°F 86.3°F
May 5 86.7°F 89.1°F 86.5°F
May 6 85.6°F 88.2°F 86.5°F
May 7 86.1°F 89.1°F 86.8°F
May 8 86.3°F 87.6°F 86.9°F
May 9 86.1°F 88.8°F 87.0°F
May 10 86.1°F 87.9°F 86.9°F
May 11 86.0°F 87.8°F 86.8°F
May 12 86.2°F 88.1°F 87.1°F
May 13 88.1°F 88.3°F 87.3°F
May 14 87.8°F 88.6°F 87.6°F
May 15 87.0°F 90.5°F 87.9°F
May 16 86.9°F 89.9°F 87.8°F
May 17 87.3°F 89.9°F 87.8°F
May 18 87.7°F 90.1°F 88.2°F
May 19 87.5°F 88.9°F 87.9°F
May 20 87.7°F 89.7°F 88.2°F
May 21 87.6°F 89.6°F 88.1°F
May 22 87.7°F 90.8°F 88.2°F
May 23 87.5°F 89.4°F 88.0°F
May 24 87.4°F 90.2°F 87.9°F
May 25 87.4°F 89.1°F 87.9°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 Massawa by month

In Massawa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Massawa was recorded on August 27, 2023, reaching a 94.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 14, 2019, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 81.7°F in Winter, 84.2°F in Spring, 89.8°F in Summer, and 89.3°F in Autumn.