What is the current water temperature in Bakau?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Bakau?

As of now, in Bakau, the water temperature is 21.3°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Bakau

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Bakau. 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.

70.3

°F

January 23, 22:57

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.9°F

Tomorrow:

70.3°F

Sunrise:

07:34

Sunset:

19:03

Day Length:

11 h. 29 min.

Bakau in January

Minimum:

70.7°F

Average:

74.2°F

Maximum:

76.1°F

Sea water temperature in Bakau today

As of now, in Bakau, the water temperature is 70.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.4°F lower 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

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.7°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 68.3°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 70.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Bakau

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 9	72.9°F	73.0°F	73.7°F
Jan 10	73.1°F	73.3°F	73.5°F
Jan 11	73.4°F	73.4°F	73.5°F
Jan 12	73.1°F	73.0°F	73.3°F
Jan 13	72.2°F	73.0°F	73.1°F
Jan 14	72.5°F	72.2°F	73.3°F
Jan 15	72.9°F	73.3°F	73.5°F
Jan 16	73.0°F	73.7°F	73.6°F
Jan 17	73.4°F	73.2°F	73.4°F
Jan 18	72.9°F	72.9°F	73.3°F
Jan 19	72.6°F	71.6°F	73.1°F
Jan 20	72.6°F	73.0°F	73.3°F
Jan 21	72.0°F	71.3°F	72.8°F
Jan 22	71.9°F	71.8°F	72.7°F
Jan 23	70.3°F	71.9°F	72.8°F
Jan 24	70.3°F	72.1°F	72.7°F
Jan 25	70.3°F	71.2°F	72.8°F
Jan 26	70.2°F	70.1°F	72.6°F
Jan 27	70.6°F	72.3°F	73.1°F
Jan 28	70.6°F	72.3°F	73.0°F
Jan 29	70.6°F	72.0°F	73.0°F
Jan 30	70.6°F	72.1°F	73.1°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 Bakau by month

In Bakau, almost every month besides January and February is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 314 swimming days.

The warmest water in Bakau was recorded on October 6, 2023, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 7, 2018, dipping to 67.1°F. The average readings by season are 74.1°F in Winter, 75.6°F in Spring, 82.6°F in Summer, and 84.2°F in Autumn.