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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.
Sea temperature in Kota Kinabalu now

86.8

°F

August 9, 03:31

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.8°F

Tomorrow:

86.8°F

Sunrise:

06:11

Sunset:

18:32

Day Length:

12 h. 21 min.

Kota Kinabalu in August

Minimum:

82.7°F

Average:

84.1°F

Maximum:

85.1°F

Sea water temperature in Kota Kinabalu today

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, 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 0.7°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 84.1°F on 2015.

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. 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 Kota Kinabalu

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 26 86.3°F 87.2°F 86.1°F
Jul 27 86.4°F 87.0°F 86.3°F
Jul 28 86.8°F 86.9°F 86.3°F
Jul 29 86.6°F 86.7°F 86.2°F
Jul 30 86.6°F 86.9°F 86.3°F
Jul 31 86.5°F 86.9°F 86.2°F
Aug 1 86.6°F 87.2°F 86.3°F
Aug 2 87.4°F 87.0°F 86.3°F
Aug 3 87.3°F 87.0°F 86.1°F
Aug 4 87.2°F 87.0°F 86.3°F
Aug 5 87.1°F 86.9°F 86.3°F
Aug 6 87.0°F 86.8°F 86.2°F
Aug 7 86.9°F 86.8°F 86.2°F
Aug 8 86.8°F 86.7°F 86.1°F
Aug 9 86.8°F 86.5°F 86.1°F
Aug 10 86.8°F 86.5°F 86.1°F
Aug 11 86.8°F 86.5°F 86.1°F
Aug 12 86.8°F 86.6°F 86.1°F
Aug 13 87.0°F 86.7°F 86.2°F
Aug 14 87.0°F 86.7°F 86.2°F
Aug 15 87.0°F 86.7°F 86.3°F
Aug 16 87.1°F 87.0°F 86.4°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 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 83.5°F in Winter, 85.0°F in Spring, 86.4°F in Summer, and 85.7°F in Autumn.