What is the current water temperature in Kota Kinabalu?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kota Kinabalu?

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is 30.23°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 Kota Kinabalu

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kota Kinabalu. 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.

86.4

°F

May 19, 23:26

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.4°F

Tomorrow:

86.3°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

18:24

Day Length:

12 h. 24 min.

Kota Kinabalu in May

Minimum:

82.6°F

Average:

84.0°F

Maximum:

85.1°F

Sea water temperature in Kota Kinabalu today

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is 86.4°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 0.8°F lower 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 stay about the same.

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 88.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 86.4°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 86.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kota Kinabalu

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	85.7°F	86.0°F	86.6°F
May 6	85.8°F	86.1°F	86.8°F
May 7	86.2°F	86.1°F	86.6°F
May 8	86.0°F	87.5°F	86.8°F
May 9	85.8°F	87.6°F	86.6°F
May 10	86.2°F	87.5°F	86.6°F
May 11	85.8°F	87.5°F	86.5°F
May 12	85.7°F	87.6°F	86.7°F
May 13	85.8°F	87.2°F	86.8°F
May 14	85.7°F	87.1°F	86.8°F
May 15	86.4°F	87.1°F	87.0°F
May 16	86.8°F	87.2°F	87.0°F
May 17	86.2°F	87.1°F	87.1°F
May 18	86.4°F	87.0°F	87.1°F
May 19	86.4°F	87.0°F	87.3°F
May 20	86.3°F	87.0°F	87.2°F
May 21	86.2°F	86.8°F	87.0°F
May 22	86.3°F	87.1°F	87.1°F
May 23	86.3°F	86.6°F	87.1°F
May 24	86.3°F	87.3°F	87.2°F
May 25	86.4°F	87.2°F	87.2°F
May 26	86.2°F	87.3°F	87.0°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 Kota Kinabalu by month

In Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Kota Kinabalu was recorded on April 28, 2024, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 1, 2016, dipping to 78.5°F. The average readings by season are 83.6°F in Winter, 85.1°F in Spring, 86.5°F in Summer, and 85.7°F in Autumn.