What is the current water temperature in Basse-Terre?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Basse-Terre?

As of now, in Basse-Terre, the water temperature is 30.03°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 Basse-Terre

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Basse-Terre. 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.

86.1

°F

October 10, 16:17

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

86.3°F

Tomorrow:

85.9°F

Sunrise:

05:58

Sunset:

17:50

Day Length:

11 h. 52 min.

Basse-Terre in October

Minimum:

80.1°F

Average:

81.1°F

Maximum:

82.2°F

Sea water temperature in Basse-Terre today

As of now, in Basse-Terre, the water temperature is 86.1°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 1.2°F higher 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 84.0°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Basse-Terre

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 26	86.0°F	87.0°F	85.5°F
Sep 27	85.4°F	86.8°F	85.4°F
Sep 28	85.9°F	86.8°F	85.4°F
Sep 29	86.0°F	86.5°F	85.4°F
Sep 30	85.9°F	86.3°F	85.2°F
Oct 1	85.8°F	86.2°F	85.0°F
Oct 2	86.0°F	86.4°F	85.1°F
Oct 3	85.7°F	86.4°F	85.1°F
Oct 4	86.1°F	86.1°F	85.1°F
Oct 5	86.5°F	86.3°F	85.1°F
Oct 6	86.4°F	86.8°F	85.1°F
Oct 7	86.2°F	86.6°F	85.0°F
Oct 8	86.3°F	86.7°F	85.0°F
Oct 9	86.3°F	86.7°F	85.1°F
Oct 10	86.1°F	86.8°F	84.9°F
Oct 11	85.9°F	86.8°F	84.8°F
Oct 12	86.0°F	87.1°F	84.9°F
Oct 13	86.0°F	87.1°F	84.9°F
Oct 14	86.1°F	86.5°F	84.9°F
Oct 15	86.1°F	86.4°F	84.9°F
Oct 16	86.0°F	86.7°F	84.9°F
Oct 17	86.1°F	86.7°F	84.9°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 Basse-Terre by month

In Basse-Terre, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Basse-Terre was recorded on September 20, 2023, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 9, 2019, dipping to 79.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.1°F in Winter, 81.0°F in Spring, 83.3°F in Summer, and 84.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Port-Louis	85.5°F	32mi
Plymouth	84.3°F	58mi
Brades	84.4°F	63mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Basse-Terre