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 22.7°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.

72.9

°F

January 9, 23:14

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

73.4°F

Tomorrow:

72.6°F

Sunrise:

07:32

Sunset:

18:55

Day Length:

11 h. 23 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 72.9°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 0.9°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable 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 76.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 70.5°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.6°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 1	72.7°F	76.1°F	74.2°F
Jan 2	72.0°F	75.5°F	74.0°F
Jan 3	72.6°F	75.1°F	74.0°F
Jan 4	73.0°F	74.3°F	73.9°F
Jan 5	73.4°F	73.6°F	73.7°F
Jan 6	73.5°F	73.1°F	73.6°F
Jan 7	73.1°F	73.1°F	73.6°F
Jan 8	73.4°F	73.0°F	73.6°F
Jan 9	72.9°F	73.0°F	73.8°F
Jan 10	72.6°F	73.3°F	73.5°F
Jan 11	72.6°F	73.4°F	73.5°F
Jan 12	72.5°F	73.0°F	73.4°F
Jan 13	72.3°F	73.0°F	73.2°F
Jan 14	72.5°F	72.2°F	73.4°F
Jan 15	72.7°F	73.3°F	73.6°F
Jan 16	72.8°F	73.7°F	73.7°F
Dec 26	72.6°F	73.3°F	73.9°F
Dec 27	72.6°F	74.8°F	73.8°F
Dec 28	72.4°F	74.8°F	73.9°F
Dec 29	72.4°F	74.9°F	73.8°F
Dec 30	72.5°F	75.1°F	73.9°F
Dec 31	72.6°F	75.6°F	74.1°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 315 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.