What is the current water temperature in Sandakan?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sandakan?

As of now, in Sandakan, the water temperature is 31.0°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 Sandakan

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sandakan. 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.

87.8

°F

July 30, 23:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

87.6°F

Tomorrow:

87.9°F

Sunrise:

06:02

Sunset:

18:25

Day Length:

12 h. 23 min.

Sandakan in August

Minimum:

83.0°F

Average:

84.0°F

Maximum:

86.0°F

Sea water temperature in Sandakan today

As of now, in Sandakan, the water temperature is 87.8°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 1.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

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 87.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 85.3°F on 2019.

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Sandakan

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jul 16	85.7°F	85.7°F	86.0°F
Jul 17	85.7°F	85.7°F	85.9°F
Jul 18	85.6°F	85.6°F	85.9°F
Jul 19	85.5°F	85.5°F	85.7°F
Jul 20	85.4°F	85.5°F	85.7°F
Jul 21	85.6°F	85.4°F	85.9°F
Jul 22	86.0°F	85.2°F	86.0°F
Jul 23	86.0°F	85.3°F	85.9°F
Jul 24	86.3°F	85.1°F	85.8°F
Jul 25	86.0°F	85.0°F	85.8°F
Jul 26	85.8°F	86.9°F	86.1°F
Jul 27	87.3°F	86.8°F	86.2°F
Jul 28	87.7°F	86.4°F	86.3°F
Jul 29	87.6°F	87.4°F	86.3°F
Jul 30	87.8°F	87.7°F	86.3°F
Jul 31	87.9°F	88.5°F	86.5°F
Aug 1	87.9°F	87.7°F	86.5°F
Aug 2	87.7°F	87.4°F	86.2°F
Aug 3	87.5°F	87.0°F	86.0°F
Aug 4	87.5°F	86.9°F	86.1°F
Aug 5	87.6°F	86.8°F	86.1°F
Aug 6	87.5°F	86.6°F	86.0°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 Sandakan by month

In Sandakan, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Sandakan was recorded on November 2, 2023, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 4, 2015, dipping to 81.0°F. The average readings by season are 84.1°F in Winter, 86.3°F in Spring, 86.3°F in Summer, and 86.2°F in Autumn.