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 30.01°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.

86.0

°F

December 5, 16:41

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.1°F

Tomorrow:

86.1°F

Sunrise:

06:12

Sunset:

18:00

Day Length:

11 h. 48 min.

Kota Kinabalu in December

Minimum:

82.5°F

Average:

83.8°F

Maximum:

85.8°F

Sea water temperature in Kota Kinabalu today

As of now, in Kota Kinabalu, the water temperature is 86.0°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 0.3°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

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 86.3°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 84.6°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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 86.0°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
Nov 21	85.1°F	86.3°F	85.5°F
Nov 22	85.4°F	86.3°F	85.5°F
Nov 23	85.3°F	85.9°F	85.5°F
Nov 24	85.3°F	85.4°F	85.3°F
Nov 25	85.1°F	84.8°F	85.2°F
Nov 26	85.1°F	84.8°F	85.3°F
Nov 27	85.0°F	84.9°F	85.4°F
Nov 28	85.0°F	85.2°F	85.5°F
Nov 29	84.8°F	85.0°F	85.4°F
Nov 30	84.7°F	84.8°F	85.4°F
Dec 1	84.9°F	84.7°F	85.4°F
Dec 2	84.9°F	85.5°F	85.5°F
Dec 3	85.2°F	86.3°F	85.7°F
Dec 4	86.1°F	86.3°F	85.8°F
Dec 5	86.0°F	86.2°F	85.7°F
Dec 6	86.1°F	86.0°F	85.7°F
Dec 7	86.1°F	85.6°F	85.8°F
Dec 8	86.1°F	85.3°F	85.7°F
Dec 9	85.9°F	85.1°F	85.6°F
Dec 10	85.9°F	85.2°F	85.5°F
Dec 11	85.9°F	85.7°F	85.6°F
Dec 12	85.9°F	85.3°F	85.6°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.