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Water temperature in Maputo

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

76.1

°F

September 17, 09:03

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

76.0°F

Tomorrow:

76.2°F

Sunrise:

05:45

Sunset:

17:44

Day Length:

11 h. 59 min.

Maputo in September

Minimum:

79.6°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

84.8°F

Sea water temperature in Maputo today

As of now, in Maputo, the water temperature is 76.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 3.6°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 74.9°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 71.9°F on 2023.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 76.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Maputo

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 3 72.2°F 68.9°F 70.9°F
Sep 4 73.1°F 69.5°F 71.0°F
Sep 5 73.0°F 70.4°F 71.3°F
Sep 6 73.7°F 70.3°F 71.6°F
Sep 7 73.6°F 70.1°F 71.7°F
Sep 8 73.2°F 71.2°F 71.9°F
Sep 9 73.0°F 72.1°F 71.9°F
Sep 10 73.7°F 72.1°F 72.2°F
Sep 11 74.1°F 72.0°F 72.3°F
Sep 12 75.5°F 70.7°F 72.4°F
Sep 13 74.8°F 70.6°F 72.4°F
Sep 14 75.5°F 71.7°F 72.4°F
Sep 15 75.1°F 72.1°F 72.3°F
Sep 16 76.0°F 72.3°F 72.4°F
Sep 17 76.1°F 72.3°F 72.6°F
Sep 18 76.2°F 72.6°F 72.7°F
Sep 19 76.2°F 72.7°F 72.6°F
Sep 20 76.1°F 73.0°F 72.6°F
Sep 21 76.2°F 73.0°F 72.6°F
Sep 22 76.3°F 72.9°F 72.8°F
Sep 23 76.3°F 71.6°F 72.8°F
Sep 24 76.3°F 70.1°F 72.7°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 Maputo by month

In Maputo, the months October through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 240 swimming days.
The warmest water in Maputo was recorded on February 8, 2025, reaching a 86.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 25, 2021, dipping to 64.8°F. The average readings by season are 81.7°F in Winter, 78.1°F in Spring, 69.4°F in Summer, and 74.8°F in Autumn.