All data are in degrees Fahrenheit

en

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.
Sea temperature in Chennai now

79.9

°F

February 20, 04:16

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

79.9°F

Tomorrow:

80.1°F

Sunrise:

06:30

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

11 h. 46 min.

Chennai in February

Minimum:

79.0°F

Average:

80.2°F

Maximum:

81.6°F

Sea water temperature in Chennai today

As of now, in Chennai, the water temperature is 79.9°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.6°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 80.5°F on 2018.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 80.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 80.1°F, while the maximum might reach 80.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Chennai

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 6 79.7°F 81.6°F 80.7°F
Feb 7 79.4°F 81.9°F 80.8°F
Feb 8 79.2°F 81.6°F 80.9°F
Feb 9 79.6°F 82.0°F 80.9°F
Feb 10 79.4°F 82.3°F 81.0°F
Feb 11 79.4°F 82.1°F 81.0°F
Feb 12 79.3°F 82.1°F 81.0°F
Feb 13 79.4°F 81.9°F 81.0°F
Feb 14 79.4°F 82.1°F 81.0°F
Feb 15 79.6°F 82.0°F 81.1°F
Feb 16 80.0°F 81.9°F 81.2°F
Feb 17 80.1°F 81.8°F 81.2°F
Feb 18 80.0°F 81.8°F 81.3°F
Feb 19 79.9°F 82.0°F 81.5°F
Feb 20 79.9°F 82.0°F 81.5°F
Feb 21 80.1°F 82.2°F 81.7°F
Feb 22 80.1°F 82.4°F 81.7°F
Feb 23 80.2°F 82.3°F 81.8°F
Feb 24 80.3°F 82.7°F 81.9°F
Feb 25 80.4°F 82.9°F 82.1°F
Feb 26 80.5°F 83.2°F 82.1°F
Feb 27 80.6°F 83.0°F 82.2°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 80.7°F in Winter, 84.1°F in Spring, 84.1°F in Summer, and 84.2°F in Autumn.