What is the current water temperature in Banjul?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Banjul?

As of now, in Banjul, the water temperature is 22.49°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 Banjul

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Banjul. 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.

72.5

°F

January 1, 01:27

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.5°F

Tomorrow:

72.2°F

Sunrise:

07:29

Sunset:

18:50

Day Length:

11 h. 21 min.

Banjul in January

Minimum:

71.1°F

Average:

74.3°F

Maximum:

76.7°F

Sea water temperature in Banjul today

As of now, in Banjul, the water temperature is 72.5°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 1.8°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.7°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 71.1°F on 2018.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Banjul

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	72.5°F	76.2°F	74.3°F
Jan 2	72.2°F	75.4°F	74.0°F
Jan 3	72.2°F	75.4°F	74.0°F
Jan 4	72.0°F	74.3°F	73.9°F
Jan 5	71.7°F	73.6°F	73.5°F
Jan 6	71.6°F	73.3°F	73.5°F
Jan 7	71.6°F	73.2°F	73.4°F
Jan 8	71.6°F	72.8°F	73.4°F
Dec 18	73.4°F	76.6°F	76.1°F
Dec 19	72.9°F	75.4°F	75.8°F
Dec 20	72.6°F	74.7°F	75.6°F
Dec 21	71.9°F	75.3°F	75.4°F
Dec 22	71.5°F	74.8°F	74.7°F
Dec 23	72.6°F	74.4°F	74.5°F
Dec 24	72.5°F	73.9°F	74.1°F
Dec 25	72.5°F	73.6°F	73.8°F
Dec 26	72.9°F	73.5°F	74.2°F
Dec 27	72.7°F	75.3°F	74.2°F
Dec 28	72.7°F	75.0°F	74.2°F
Dec 29	72.7°F	75.3°F	74.2°F
Dec 30	72.2°F	75.3°F	74.1°F
Dec 31	72.5°F	75.7°F	74.4°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 Banjul by month

In Banjul, almost every month besides January and February is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 323 swimming days.

The warmest water in Banjul was recorded on October 17, 2023, reaching a 87.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 7, 2018, dipping to 67.7°F. The average readings by season are 74.3°F in Winter, 76.2°F in Spring, 82.7°F in Summer, and 84.3°F in Autumn.