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 30.18°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.

86.3

°F

November 22, 11:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.4°F

Tomorrow:

86.1°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

17:48

Day Length:

11 h. 20 min.

Massawa in November

Minimum:

79.4°F

Average:

81.7°F

Maximum:

82.8°F

Sea water temperature in Massawa today

As of now, in Massawa, the water temperature is 86.3°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 0.6°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 is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 87.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 84.0°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 85.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 85.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 86.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Massawa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 8	87.8°F	89.9°F	87.8°F
Nov 9	87.5°F	89.5°F	87.4°F
Nov 10	87.3°F	89.3°F	87.3°F
Nov 11	87.6°F	89.1°F	87.0°F
Nov 12	86.8°F	89.0°F	86.9°F
Nov 13	87.8°F	89.0°F	86.9°F
Nov 14	86.3°F	88.8°F	86.8°F
Nov 15	87.2°F	89.0°F	87.0°F
Nov 16	86.1°F	87.8°F	86.6°F
Nov 17	87.0°F	88.1°F	86.4°F
Nov 18	86.1°F	88.0°F	86.1°F
Nov 19	86.0°F	88.0°F	85.8°F
Nov 20	86.4°F	86.5°F	85.7°F
Nov 21	86.4°F	87.6°F	85.8°F
Nov 22	86.3°F	87.3°F	85.7°F
Nov 23	86.1°F	87.0°F	85.5°F
Nov 24	86.0°F	86.6°F	85.3°F
Nov 25	85.9°F	86.6°F	85.3°F
Nov 26	85.8°F	86.4°F	85.2°F
Nov 27	86.0°F	86.7°F	85.4°F
Nov 28	85.8°F	86.6°F	85.2°F
Nov 29	85.8°F	87.0°F	85.2°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.