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 19.59°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.

67.3

°F

May 19, 06:24

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

67.0°F

Tomorrow:

67.4°F

Sunrise:

05:40

Sunset:

19:33

Day Length:

13 h. 53 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 67.3°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 1.2°F lower 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 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 67.2°F on 2019.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 67.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Benghazi

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	65.2°F	66.9°F	65.8°F
May 6	66.2°F	66.9°F	65.7°F
May 7	66.3°F	66.9°F	66.1°F
May 8	66.3°F	66.8°F	66.3°F
May 9	66.4°F	67.9°F	66.3°F
May 10	66.8°F	67.9°F	66.3°F
May 11	67.3°F	68.1°F	66.5°F
May 12	66.8°F	67.9°F	66.3°F
May 13	67.7°F	68.0°F	67.0°F
May 14	67.3°F	68.6°F	67.2°F
May 15	68.1°F	68.0°F	67.5°F
May 16	68.1°F	68.0°F	67.7°F
May 17	67.6°F	67.9°F	67.9°F
May 18	67.0°F	67.8°F	68.2°F
May 19	67.3°F	68.0°F	68.5°F
May 20	67.4°F	68.4°F	68.6°F
May 21	67.2°F	69.2°F	68.4°F
May 22	67.2°F	68.9°F	68.4°F
May 23	67.2°F	69.1°F	68.4°F
May 24	67.2°F	68.8°F	68.4°F
May 25	67.4°F	69.2°F	68.6°F
May 26	67.5°F	68.8°F	68.7°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.