What is the current water temperature in Papeete?

As of now, in Papeete, the water temperature is 27.27°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Papeete

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Papeete. 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.

81.1

°F

September 18, 08:35

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.5°F

Tomorrow:

81.0°F

Sunrise:

05:51

Sunset:

17:54

Day Length:

12 h. 3 min.

Papeete in September

Minimum:

82.6°F

Average:

83.4°F

Maximum:

85.1°F

Sea water temperature in Papeete today

As of now, in Papeete, the water temperature is 81.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.3°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 80.5°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 79.4°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Papeete

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 4	80.5°F	79.4°F	79.7°F
Sep 5	80.1°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
Sep 6	80.1°F	79.4°F	79.7°F
Sep 7	80.2°F	79.4°F	79.7°F
Sep 8	80.2°F	79.2°F	79.7°F
Sep 9	80.3°F	79.2°F	79.7°F
Sep 10	80.1°F	79.4°F	79.7°F
Sep 11	80.3°F	79.3°F	79.7°F
Sep 12	80.5°F	79.4°F	79.8°F
Sep 13	80.6°F	79.9°F	79.8°F
Sep 14	80.7°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
Sep 15	80.5°F	79.6°F	79.8°F
Sep 16	80.4°F	79.6°F	79.9°F
Sep 17	80.5°F	79.7°F	79.9°F
Sep 18	81.1°F	79.7°F	79.8°F
Sep 19	81.0°F	80.0°F	79.7°F
Sep 20	81.0°F	80.2°F	79.7°F
Sep 21	81.1°F	80.4°F	79.8°F
Sep 22	81.2°F	80.5°F	79.9°F
Sep 23	81.2°F	80.5°F	80.0°F
Sep 24	81.4°F	80.6°F	80.1°F
Sep 25	81.4°F	80.6°F	80.1°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 Papeete by month

In Papeete, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Papeete was recorded on April 9, 2016, reaching a 86.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 13, 2015, dipping to 78.4°F. The average readings by season are 83.3°F in Winter, 83.9°F in Spring, 81.0°F in Summer, and 80.5°F in Autumn.