What is the current water temperature in Massawa?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Massawa?

As of now, in Massawa, the water temperature is 33.25°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 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.

91.9

°F

August 8, 22:15

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

92.0°F

Tomorrow:

92.0°F

Sunrise:

06:05

Sunset:

18:50

Day Length:

12 h. 45 min.

Massawa in August

Minimum:

80.2°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

83.3°F

Sea water temperature in Massawa today

As of now, in Massawa, the water temperature is 91.9°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 1.9°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 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 93.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 89.0°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 92.1°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
Jul 25	90.4°F	92.6°F	90.9°F
Jul 26	91.0°F	91.2°F	90.9°F
Jul 27	91.8°F	91.0°F	90.7°F
Jul 28	91.9°F	91.0°F	90.9°F
Jul 29	91.9°F	92.4°F	90.9°F
Jul 30	91.3°F	92.2°F	90.8°F
Jul 31	91.2°F	91.6°F	90.8°F
Aug 1	91.6°F	91.8°F	90.9°F
Aug 2	90.9°F	92.0°F	90.8°F
Aug 3	91.5°F	91.6°F	90.8°F
Aug 4	90.5°F	91.3°F	90.4°F
Aug 5	91.0°F	91.1°F	90.3°F
Aug 6	92.4°F	92.2°F	90.3°F
Aug 7	92.0°F	92.0°F	90.2°F
Aug 8	91.9°F	91.1°F	90.0°F
Aug 9	92.0°F	91.0°F	90.1°F
Aug 10	91.6°F	90.7°F	89.8°F
Aug 11	92.0°F	91.1°F	90.2°F
Aug 12	92.2°F	91.2°F	90.3°F
Aug 13	92.2°F	91.2°F	90.3°F
Aug 14	92.5°F	91.6°F	90.7°F
Aug 15	92.5°F	91.6°F	90.7°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.