What is the current water temperature in Malindi?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Malindi?

As of now, in Malindi, the water temperature is 28.05°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 Malindi

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Malindi. 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.

82.5

°F

May 21, 20:53

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.4°F

Sunrise:

06:17

Sunset:

18:15

Day Length:

11 h. 58 min.

Malindi in May

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.9°F

Maximum:

84.5°F

Sea water temperature in Malindi today

As of now, in Malindi, the water temperature is 82.5°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 0.5°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 stay about the same.

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 80.6°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 82.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Malindi

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 7	83.8°F	83.3°F	83.0°F
May 8	83.5°F	83.0°F	82.8°F
May 9	83.9°F	83.0°F	82.9°F
May 10	84.3°F	82.9°F	82.7°F
May 11	83.8°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
May 12	83.7°F	82.8°F	82.6°F
May 13	83.7°F	82.3°F	82.4°F
May 14	83.3°F	82.1°F	82.3°F
May 15	83.2°F	82.0°F	82.3°F
May 16	83.2°F	82.0°F	82.4°F
May 17	83.2°F	81.9°F	82.3°F
May 18	82.3°F	82.0°F	82.1°F
May 19	81.9°F	81.9°F	82.1°F
May 20	82.3°F	81.7°F	82.1°F
May 21	82.5°F	81.6°F	82.0°F
May 22	82.4°F	81.8°F	81.9°F
May 23	82.4°F	82.1°F	81.9°F
May 24	82.4°F	82.1°F	81.9°F
May 25	82.3°F	81.4°F	81.8°F
May 26	82.2°F	81.1°F	81.7°F
May 27	82.1°F	81.0°F	81.6°F
May 28	82.1°F	80.4°F	81.6°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 Malindi by month

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

The warmest water in Malindi was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 16, 2022, dipping to 76.3°F. The average readings by season are 82.4°F in Winter, 83.7°F in Spring, 79.0°F in Summer, and 80.2°F in Autumn.