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Water temperature in Lae

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lae. 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 Lae now

83.5

°F

May 22, 23:54

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

06:35

Sunset:

19:09

Day Length:

12 h. 34 min.

Lae in May

Minimum:

82.9°F

Average:

83.7°F

Maximum:

84.9°F

Sea water temperature in Lae today

As of now, in Lae, the water temperature is 83.5°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 about the same as 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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 83.1°F on 2019.

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 83.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Lae

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 8 83.2°F 83.8°F 83.4°F
May 9 83.1°F 84.5°F 83.4°F
May 10 83.1°F 83.8°F 83.4°F
May 11 82.9°F 83.6°F 83.2°F
May 12 83.1°F 83.8°F 83.4°F
May 13 83.4°F 83.7°F 83.3°F
May 14 83.3°F 83.9°F 83.5°F
May 15 83.0°F 84.0°F 83.5°F
May 16 83.4°F 84.3°F 83.6°F
May 17 83.2°F 84.5°F 83.5°F
May 18 83.5°F 84.2°F 83.5°F
May 19 83.5°F 84.0°F 83.6°F
May 20 83.7°F 84.0°F 83.6°F
May 21 83.0°F 83.5°F 83.7°F
May 22 83.5°F 84.2°F 83.7°F
May 23 83.6°F 84.4°F 83.8°F
May 24 83.6°F 84.7°F 83.8°F
May 25 83.6°F 84.4°F 83.8°F
May 26 83.6°F 84.3°F 83.8°F
May 27 83.5°F 84.4°F 83.7°F
May 28 83.6°F 84.5°F 83.8°F
May 29 83.6°F 84.6°F 83.8°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 Lae by month

In Lae, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Lae was recorded on September 2, 2016, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 11, 2023, dipping to 80.8°F. The average readings by season are 83.4°F in Winter, 83.2°F in Spring, 84.6°F in Summer, and 85.4°F in Autumn.