What is the current water temperature in Accra?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Accra?

As of now, in Accra, the water temperature is 29.05°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 Accra

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Accra. 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.

84.3

°F

April 21, 00:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.1°F

Tomorrow:

84.4°F

Sunrise:

05:52

Sunset:

18:08

Day Length:

12 h. 16 min.

Accra in April

Minimum:

78.6°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

84.2°F

Sea water temperature in Accra today

As of now, in Accra, the water temperature is 84.3°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 0.7°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 85.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 82.0°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 84.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Accra

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 7	82.9°F	82.8°F	82.5°F
Apr 8	82.8°F	83.7°F	82.9°F
Apr 9	83.4°F	83.8°F	83.0°F
Apr 10	83.8°F	83.9°F	83.1°F
Apr 11	82.8°F	83.8°F	83.1°F
Apr 12	83.7°F	83.6°F	83.3°F
Apr 13	83.2°F	84.1°F	83.3°F
Apr 14	83.2°F	83.9°F	83.4°F
Apr 15	83.8°F	83.1°F	83.3°F
Apr 16	83.5°F	83.5°F	83.5°F
Apr 17	83.8°F	83.2°F	83.2°F
Apr 18	84.3°F	84.3°F	83.3°F
Apr 19	83.8°F	82.8°F	83.2°F
Apr 20	84.1°F	84.4°F	83.3°F
Apr 21	84.3°F	84.1°F	83.6°F
Apr 22	84.4°F	84.3°F	83.7°F
Apr 23	84.3°F	83.3°F	83.6°F
Apr 24	84.3°F	83.0°F	83.5°F
Apr 25	84.2°F	84.2°F	83.5°F
Apr 26	84.1°F	83.9°F	83.4°F
Apr 27	84.3°F	83.6°F	83.5°F
Apr 28	84.3°F	83.5°F	83.6°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 Accra by month

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

The warmest water in Accra was recorded on May 6, 2024, reaching a 87.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 17, 2022, dipping to 70.1°F. The average readings by season are 81.8°F in Winter, 82.9°F in Spring, 76.7°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.