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 30.7°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.

87.3

°F

July 27, 15:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

87.2°F

Tomorrow:

87.3°F

Sunrise:

06:10

Sunset:

18:34

Day Length:

12 h. 24 min.

Kota Kinabalu in August

Minimum:

82.7°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 87.3°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 1.1°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 is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.8°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 85.4°F on 2022.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.1°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 13	85.7°F	86.1°F	85.7°F
Jul 14	85.8°F	86.2°F	85.8°F
Jul 15	86.0°F	86.1°F	86.0°F
Jul 16	86.1°F	86.2°F	86.0°F
Jul 17	86.0°F	85.9°F	86.0°F
Jul 18	86.0°F	85.9°F	86.0°F
Jul 19	86.0°F	85.8°F	86.0°F
Jul 20	85.9°F	85.8°F	86.1°F
Jul 21	86.8°F	85.7°F	86.1°F
Jul 22	86.7°F	85.6°F	86.1°F
Jul 23	86.7°F	85.7°F	86.0°F
Jul 24	86.5°F	85.5°F	86.0°F
Jul 25	86.4°F	85.5°F	86.0°F
Jul 26	87.2°F	85.5°F	86.0°F
Jul 27	87.3°F	85.6°F	86.1°F
Jul 28	87.3°F	85.5°F	86.2°F
Jul 29	87.2°F	85.4°F	86.0°F
Jul 30	87.2°F	86.1°F	86.1°F
Jul 31	87.1°F	86.1°F	86.0°F
Aug 1	87.2°F	86.4°F	86.0°F
Aug 2	87.1°F	87.7°F	85.9°F
Aug 3	87.1°F	87.6°F	85.9°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 83.4°F in Winter, 84.9°F in Spring, 86.4°F in Summer, and 85.6°F in Autumn.