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 30.11°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.

86.2

°F

June 25, 00:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.3°F

Tomorrow:

86.2°F

Sunrise:

06:04

Sunset:

18:32

Day Length:

12 h. 28 min.

Kota Kinabalu in June

Minimum:

83.0°F

Average:

84.1°F

Maximum:

85.7°F

Sea water temperature in Kota Kinabalu today

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is 86.2°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 0.4°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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 87.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 86.1°F on 2015.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.2°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
Jun 11	86.9°F	87.5°F	87.0°F
Jun 12	87.0°F	87.7°F	87.2°F
Jun 13	86.7°F	87.7°F	87.1°F
Jun 14	86.8°F	87.7°F	87.1°F
Jun 15	86.8°F	87.5°F	87.1°F
Jun 16	86.7°F	87.4°F	87.0°F
Jun 17	86.7°F	87.7°F	87.0°F
Jun 18	86.6°F	87.6°F	87.1°F
Jun 19	86.7°F	87.5°F	87.0°F
Jun 20	86.7°F	87.4°F	86.8°F
Jun 21	86.5°F	87.2°F	86.6°F
Jun 22	86.5°F	87.2°F	86.6°F
Jun 23	86.4°F	87.1°F	86.6°F
Jun 24	86.3°F	87.0°F	86.6°F
Jun 25	86.2°F	87.0°F	86.6°F
Jun 26	86.2°F	86.8°F	86.6°F
Jun 27	86.2°F	86.7°F	86.6°F
Jun 28	86.3°F	86.8°F	86.7°F
Jun 29	86.3°F	86.7°F	86.7°F
Jun 30	86.2°F	86.6°F	86.6°F
Jul 1	86.1°F	86.4°F	86.5°F
Jul 2	86.0°F	86.3°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.