What is the current water temperature in Chennai?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Chennai?

As of now, in Chennai, the water temperature is 28.55°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 Chennai

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Chennai. 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.

83.4

°F

November 15, 15:53

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.2°F

Sunrise:

06:07

Sunset:

17:39

Day Length:

11 h. 32 min.

Chennai in November

Minimum:

78.7°F

Average:

80.0°F

Maximum:

81.2°F

Sea water temperature in Chennai today

As of now, in Chennai, the water temperature is 83.4°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 about the same as 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 is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 82.5°F on 2017.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.0°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Chennai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 1	83.9°F	86.1°F	84.6°F
Nov 2	84.1°F	86.0°F	84.5°F
Nov 3	84.7°F	85.9°F	84.6°F
Nov 4	84.6°F	86.1°F	84.6°F
Nov 5	84.7°F	86.0°F	84.6°F
Nov 6	84.6°F	86.1°F	84.6°F
Nov 7	84.4°F	85.9°F	84.5°F
Nov 8	85.3°F	85.6°F	84.5°F
Nov 9	85.0°F	85.4°F	84.3°F
Nov 10	84.5°F	85.2°F	84.1°F
Nov 11	84.4°F	85.2°F	84.1°F
Nov 12	84.2°F	85.0°F	84.0°F
Nov 13	84.4°F	84.8°F	83.8°F
Nov 14	84.0°F	84.6°F	83.5°F
Nov 15	83.4°F	84.8°F	83.5°F
Nov 16	83.2°F	84.9°F	83.3°F
Nov 17	83.2°F	84.4°F	83.2°F
Nov 18	83.2°F	84.3°F	83.3°F
Nov 19	83.2°F	84.1°F	83.2°F
Nov 20	82.9°F	83.4°F	83.0°F
Nov 21	82.8°F	83.2°F	82.9°F
Nov 22	82.7°F	82.9°F	82.8°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 Chennai by month

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

The warmest water in Chennai was recorded on May 23, 2024, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 17, 2019, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 80.8°F in Winter, 84.1°F in Spring, 84.1°F in Summer, and 84.3°F in Autumn.