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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

84.2

°F

January 15, 01:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.2°F

Tomorrow:

84.0°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

18:19

Day Length:

11 h. 48 min.

Kota Kinabalu in January

Minimum:

82.2°F

Average:

84.2°F

Maximum:

85.4°F

Sea water temperature in Kota Kinabalu today

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is 84.2°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 0.7°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 fall a bit.

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 85.2°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 81.9°F on 2020.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 83.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 84.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Kota Kinabalu

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 1 84.9°F 84.5°F 84.2°F
Jan 2 84.4°F 84.3°F 83.9°F
Jan 3 84.1°F 84.0°F 83.9°F
Jan 4 84.6°F 84.4°F 84.0°F
Jan 5 84.3°F 84.8°F 84.0°F
Jan 6 84.2°F 84.6°F 84.2°F
Jan 7 84.1°F 84.7°F 84.2°F
Jan 8 83.9°F 84.6°F 84.1°F
Jan 9 83.8°F 85.2°F 84.2°F
Jan 10 83.4°F 85.1°F 84.1°F
Jan 11 83.9°F 85.1°F 84.1°F
Jan 12 83.7°F 84.8°F 83.9°F
Jan 13 84.5°F 84.5°F 83.7°F
Jan 14 84.2°F 84.9°F 83.5°F
Jan 15 84.2°F 84.8°F 83.5°F
Jan 16 84.0°F 84.4°F 83.2°F
Jan 17 83.8°F 84.3°F 83.0°F
Jan 18 83.6°F 83.9°F 82.8°F
Jan 19 83.6°F 84.1°F 82.8°F
Jan 20 83.7°F 83.8°F 82.9°F
Jan 21 83.6°F 83.7°F 82.9°F
Jan 22 83.6°F 83.2°F 82.9°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 83.6°F in Winter, 85.1°F in Spring, 86.5°F in Summer, and 85.7°F in Autumn.