What is the current water temperature in Tarawa?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Tarawa?

As of now, in Tarawa, the water temperature is 28.8°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 Tarawa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Tarawa. 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.

83.8

°F

January 23, 07:28

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.9°F

Tomorrow:

83.9°F

Sunrise:

06:38

Sunset:

18:42

Day Length:

12 h. 4 min.

Tarawa in January

Minimum:

81.6°F

Average:

84.1°F

Maximum:

86.5°F

Sea water temperature in Tarawa today

As of now, in Tarawa, the water temperature is 83.8°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 0.2°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 86.6°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 79.7°F on 2021.

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 83.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Tarawa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 9	84.0°F	83.3°F	84.3°F
Jan 10	84.1°F	83.0°F	84.3°F
Jan 11	83.0°F	83.3°F	84.2°F
Jan 12	83.8°F	83.8°F	84.3°F
Jan 13	83.7°F	82.9°F	84.1°F
Jan 14	83.1°F	82.6°F	84.0°F
Jan 15	83.9°F	82.6°F	84.0°F
Jan 16	83.9°F	82.5°F	84.0°F
Jan 17	83.1°F	82.9°F	83.8°F
Jan 18	83.1°F	82.5°F	83.9°F
Jan 19	83.3°F	82.3°F	84.0°F
Jan 20	83.7°F	82.0°F	83.7°F
Jan 21	83.8°F	82.1°F	83.7°F
Jan 22	83.9°F	82.1°F	83.7°F
Jan 23	83.8°F	81.7°F	83.6°F
Jan 24	83.9°F	81.6°F	83.6°F
Jan 25	83.9°F	82.0°F	83.7°F
Jan 26	83.8°F	81.8°F	83.6°F
Jan 27	83.9°F	81.3°F	83.7°F
Jan 28	83.7°F	81.3°F	83.4°F
Jan 29	83.7°F	81.5°F	83.5°F
Jan 30	83.7°F	81.2°F	83.4°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 Tarawa by month

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

The warmest water in Tarawa was recorded on October 15, 2023, reaching a 88.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 23, 2021, dipping to 79.7°F. The average readings by season are 83.8°F in Winter, 83.9°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 84.7°F in Autumn.