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 30.4°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.

86.7

°F

April 23, 19:44

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

86.6°F

Tomorrow:

86.9°F

Sunrise:

06:22

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

12 h. 9 min.

Tarawa in April

Minimum:

82.1°F

Average:

84.3°F

Maximum:

86.2°F

Sea water temperature in Tarawa today

As of now, in Tarawa, the water temperature is 86.7°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 2.7°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 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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 82.1°F on 2022.

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 86.8°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
Apr 9	85.7°F	83.0°F	83.9°F
Apr 10	85.6°F	83.0°F	83.7°F
Apr 11	86.1°F	82.9°F	83.8°F
Apr 12	86.3°F	83.1°F	84.0°F
Apr 13	86.0°F	83.0°F	83.9°F
Apr 14	86.3°F	82.6°F	84.0°F
Apr 15	86.5°F	83.0°F	84.1°F
Apr 16	86.2°F	83.2°F	84.2°F
Apr 17	86.4°F	82.9°F	84.1°F
Apr 18	86.6°F	83.0°F	84.1°F
Apr 19	86.5°F	83.2°F	84.3°F
Apr 20	86.4°F	83.2°F	84.3°F
Apr 21	86.6°F	83.6°F	84.3°F
Apr 22	86.6°F	83.1°F	83.9°F
Apr 23	86.7°F	83.3°F	84.0°F
Apr 24	86.9°F	83.4°F	84.1°F
Apr 25	86.8°F	83.4°F	84.0°F
Apr 26	86.7°F	83.3°F	84.0°F
Apr 27	86.8°F	83.5°F	84.0°F
Apr 28	86.7°F	83.3°F	84.0°F
Apr 29	86.9°F	83.7°F	84.2°F
Apr 30	86.9°F	83.7°F	84.2°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 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 83.9°F in Winter, 83.9°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 84.7°F in Autumn.