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 29.19°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.

84.5

°F

May 9, 11:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.6°F

Tomorrow:

84.6°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

18:26

Day Length:

12 h. 41 min.

Chennai in May

Minimum:

78.8°F

Average:

80.2°F

Maximum:

81.4°F

Sea water temperature in Chennai today

As of now, in Chennai, the water temperature is 84.5°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 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 stay about the same.

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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 84.4°F on 2022.

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 84.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Chennai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	84.7°F	85.6°F	84.8°F
Apr 26	84.8°F	85.9°F	84.7°F
Apr 27	84.5°F	85.4°F	84.5°F
Apr 28	85.7°F	85.6°F	84.6°F
Apr 29	84.6°F	85.9°F	84.7°F
Apr 30	84.7°F	86.3°F	84.6°F
May 1	84.3°F	86.3°F	84.6°F
May 2	84.4°F	86.1°F	84.6°F
May 3	84.0°F	85.8°F	84.7°F
May 4	84.5°F	85.5°F	84.8°F
May 5	84.7°F	85.6°F	84.8°F
May 6	84.3°F	84.9°F	84.9°F
May 7	84.3°F	84.9°F	85.0°F
May 8	84.6°F	84.8°F	85.2°F
May 9	84.5°F	85.2°F	85.2°F
May 10	84.6°F	85.5°F	85.3°F
May 11	84.6°F	85.5°F	85.2°F
May 12	84.6°F	85.5°F	85.3°F
May 13	84.4°F	85.4°F	85.1°F
May 14	84.2°F	85.1°F	84.9°F
May 15	84.6°F	86.6°F	85.3°F
May 16	84.6°F	86.7°F	85.3°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 84.2°F in Autumn.