What is the current water temperature in Benghazi?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Benghazi?

As of now, in Benghazi, the water temperature is 19.14°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Benghazi

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Benghazi. 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.

66.5

°F

April 29, 06:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

66.5°F

Tomorrow:

66.8°F

Sunrise:

05:56

Sunset:

19:19

Day Length:

13 h. 23 min.

Benghazi in May

Minimum:

65.1°F

Average:

66.4°F

Maximum:

68.3°F

Sea water temperature in Benghazi today

As of now, in Benghazi, the water temperature is 66.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.6°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 67.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 62.8°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.7°F, while the maximum might reach 67.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Benghazi

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	64.7°F	64.3°F	64.0°F
Apr 16	64.8°F	65.1°F	64.2°F
Apr 17	64.3°F	64.8°F	64.2°F
Apr 18	65.0°F	65.8°F	64.5°F
Apr 19	64.4°F	64.9°F	64.5°F
Apr 20	65.1°F	64.7°F	64.6°F
Apr 21	65.9°F	64.9°F	64.6°F
Apr 22	66.7°F	65.0°F	64.6°F
Apr 23	67.1°F	65.5°F	64.9°F
Apr 24	66.6°F	65.4°F	64.8°F
Apr 25	66.2°F	65.7°F	64.8°F
Apr 26	65.9°F	66.1°F	64.9°F
Apr 27	66.1°F	66.9°F	64.9°F
Apr 28	66.5°F	66.7°F	64.9°F
Apr 29	66.5°F	65.9°F	64.8°F
Apr 30	66.8°F	65.8°F	65.2°F
May 1	66.7°F	65.8°F	65.1°F
May 2	66.8°F	65.8°F	65.2°F
May 3	67.0°F	66.2°F	65.3°F
May 4	67.4°F	66.8°F	65.8°F
May 5	67.5°F	66.9°F	65.9°F
May 6	67.3°F	66.9°F	65.7°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 Benghazi by month

In Benghazi, the months July through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 150 swimming days.

The warmest water in Benghazi was recorded on September 9, 2024, reaching a 84.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on April 3, 2022, dipping to 59.5°F. The average readings by season are 65.8°F in Winter, 64.8°F in Spring, 77.2°F in Summer, and 76.5°F in Autumn.