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 29.51°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.

85.1

°F

March 24, 19:18

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.1°F

Tomorrow:

85.0°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

18:38

Day Length:

12 h. 7 min.

Tarawa in March

Minimum:

81.9°F

Average:

84.3°F

Maximum:

86.6°F

Sea water temperature in Tarawa today

As of now, in Tarawa, the water temperature is 85.1°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 1.7°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 fall 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 85.2°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 81.7°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.0°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
Mar 10	84.3°F	81.7°F	83.5°F
Mar 11	84.5°F	81.5°F	83.5°F
Mar 12	84.4°F	81.3°F	83.4°F
Mar 13	84.1°F	81.5°F	83.4°F
Mar 14	83.9°F	81.5°F	83.2°F
Mar 15	83.3°F	81.1°F	83.2°F
Mar 16	84.0°F	81.8°F	83.4°F
Mar 17	84.5°F	81.4°F	83.4°F
Mar 18	85.0°F	81.9°F	83.6°F
Mar 19	84.9°F	81.5°F	83.6°F
Mar 20	84.6°F	81.6°F	83.5°F
Mar 21	84.5°F	81.9°F	83.7°F
Mar 22	84.6°F	81.8°F	83.6°F
Mar 23	85.1°F	81.6°F	83.4°F
Mar 24	85.1°F	81.9°F	83.4°F
Mar 25	85.0°F	81.8°F	83.3°F
Mar 26	85.1°F	82.1°F	83.4°F
Mar 27	85.0°F	81.6°F	83.3°F
Mar 28	85.0°F	82.2°F	83.3°F
Mar 29	85.0°F	82.5°F	83.3°F
Mar 30	85.0°F	82.3°F	83.3°F
Mar 31	85.0°F	82.4°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 83.9°F in Winter, 83.9°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 84.7°F in Autumn.