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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.
Sea temperature in Accra now

72.9

°F

August 25, 23:21

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

73.1°F

Tomorrow:

73.2°F

Sunrise:

05:55

Sunset:

18:10

Day Length:

12 h. 15 min.

Accra in September

Minimum:

78.8°F

Average:

81.2°F

Maximum:

84.5°F

Sea water temperature in Accra today

As of now, in Accra, 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 0.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly 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 75.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 72.2°F on 2022.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 73.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 73.2°F, while the maximum might reach 73.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Accra

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 11 72.5°F 72.4°F 73.3°F
Aug 12 72.8°F 72.2°F 73.2°F
Aug 13 72.7°F 72.2°F 73.2°F
Aug 14 73.6°F 72.2°F 73.1°F
Aug 15 73.9°F 72.5°F 73.1°F
Aug 16 74.0°F 71.6°F 73.3°F
Aug 17 73.6°F 71.7°F 73.1°F
Aug 18 73.7°F 72.1°F 73.4°F
Aug 19 73.6°F 72.5°F 73.3°F
Aug 20 73.7°F 74.2°F 73.6°F
Aug 21 74.4°F 73.9°F 73.5°F
Aug 22 74.1°F 74.4°F 73.6°F
Aug 23 73.9°F 74.9°F 73.7°F
Aug 24 73.1°F 74.8°F 73.7°F
Aug 25 72.9°F 73.6°F 73.7°F
Aug 26 73.2°F 73.5°F 74.0°F
Aug 27 73.3°F 73.3°F 74.1°F
Aug 28 73.6°F 72.9°F 74.4°F
Aug 29 73.6°F 73.0°F 74.4°F
Aug 30 73.7°F 73.4°F 74.5°F
Aug 31 73.7°F 73.6°F 74.5°F
Sep 1 73.9°F 73.7°F 74.6°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, 76.8°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.