What is the current water temperature in Maputo?

As of now, in Maputo, the water temperature is 27.55°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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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.

81.6

°F

December 23, 21:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

81.4°F

Tomorrow:

81.8°F

Sunrise:

04:56

Sunset:

18:42

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Maputo in December

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

84.1°F

Sea water temperature in Maputo today

As of now, in Maputo, the water temperature is 81.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.7°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 83.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 78.0°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 82.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 81.8°F, while the maximum might reach 82.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Maputo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 9	80.2°F	81.6°F	80.0°F
Dec 10	80.6°F	82.4°F	80.1°F
Dec 11	80.3°F	83.1°F	80.2°F
Dec 12	79.8°F	82.7°F	80.0°F
Dec 13	80.5°F	82.8°F	80.1°F
Dec 14	81.0°F	83.2°F	80.1°F
Dec 15	80.4°F	82.9°F	80.1°F
Dec 16	79.6°F	82.3°F	80.0°F
Dec 17	80.9°F	83.0°F	80.4°F
Dec 18	82.2°F	82.9°F	80.7°F
Dec 19	82.0°F	83.7°F	81.1°F
Dec 20	81.8°F	83.5°F	81.2°F
Dec 21	81.6°F	83.2°F	81.3°F
Dec 22	81.4°F	82.9°F	81.2°F
Dec 23	81.6°F	83.3°F	80.9°F
Dec 24	81.8°F	83.3°F	81.1°F
Dec 25	81.9°F	83.2°F	81.2°F
Dec 26	81.8°F	81.5°F	81.1°F
Dec 27	82.0°F	82.1°F	81.3°F
Dec 28	82.1°F	82.1°F	81.3°F
Dec 29	82.1°F	82.1°F	81.4°F
Dec 30	82.1°F	82.2°F	81.3°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 239 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 81.8°F in Winter, 78.1°F in Spring, 69.4°F in Summer, and 74.8°F in Autumn.