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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

72.7

°F

August 29, 20:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

72.0°F

Tomorrow:

72.7°F

Sunrise:

06:06

Sunset:

17:36

Day Length:

11 h. 30 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 72.7°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.1°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 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 73.8°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 68.8°F on 2017.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.9°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
Aug 15 68.1°F 69.6°F 69.3°F
Aug 16 68.3°F 70.4°F 69.4°F
Aug 17 69.3°F 70.8°F 69.6°F
Aug 18 69.5°F 71.5°F 69.8°F
Aug 19 69.5°F 71.6°F 69.8°F
Aug 20 70.9°F 71.3°F 69.7°F
Aug 21 70.9°F 71.5°F 69.7°F
Aug 22 70.8°F 72.0°F 69.9°F
Aug 23 71.8°F 71.7°F 70.0°F
Aug 24 71.5°F 71.0°F 70.0°F
Aug 25 72.2°F 70.6°F 70.1°F
Aug 26 73.0°F 70.5°F 70.4°F
Aug 27 72.8°F 71.0°F 70.5°F
Aug 28 72.0°F 71.4°F 70.6°F
Aug 29 72.7°F 71.4°F 70.6°F
Aug 30 72.7°F 71.5°F 70.6°F
Aug 31 72.8°F 71.7°F 70.8°F
Sep 1 72.8°F 70.1°F 70.8°F
Sep 2 72.7°F 69.7°F 70.7°F
Sep 3 72.9°F 68.9°F 70.8°F
Sep 4 72.9°F 69.5°F 70.8°F
Sep 5 73.2°F 70.4°F 71.2°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.