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 30.47°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.

86.8

°F

June 20, 20:53

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

86.4°F

Tomorrow:

86.9°F

Sunrise:

06:23

Sunset:

18:35

Day Length:

12 h. 12 min.

Tarawa in June

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

84.2°F

Maximum:

86.6°F

Sea water temperature in Tarawa today

As of now, in Tarawa, the water temperature is 86.8°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 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 83.2°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 86.9°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
Jun 6	87.2°F	83.6°F	85.0°F
Jun 7	87.4°F	83.8°F	85.1°F
Jun 8	87.3°F	84.0°F	85.1°F
Jun 9	87.4°F	84.3°F	85.3°F
Jun 10	87.1°F	84.0°F	85.1°F
Jun 11	87.1°F	84.6°F	85.3°F
Jun 12	86.9°F	84.4°F	85.2°F
Jun 13	86.6°F	84.8°F	85.3°F
Jun 14	86.6°F	84.6°F	85.2°F
Jun 15	85.9°F	84.3°F	85.0°F
Jun 16	87.1°F	84.0°F	85.1°F
Jun 17	87.0°F	84.0°F	85.2°F
Jun 18	86.6°F	84.5°F	85.2°F
Jun 19	86.4°F	85.0°F	85.2°F
Jun 20	86.8°F	85.0°F	85.1°F
Jun 21	86.9°F	84.6°F	85.2°F
Jun 22	86.9°F	84.5°F	85.2°F
Jun 23	86.9°F	84.1°F	85.2°F
Jun 24	86.9°F	84.4°F	85.2°F
Jun 25	86.9°F	84.1°F	85.2°F
Jun 26	86.7°F	84.4°F	85.0°F
Jun 27	86.8°F	84.4°F	85.1°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, 84.0°F in Spring, 85.0°F in Summer, and 84.7°F in Autumn.