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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

70.2

°F

July 1, 15:31

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.0°F

Tomorrow:

70.1°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

17:10

Day Length:

10 h. 33 min.

Maputo in July

Minimum:

79.0°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

85.4°F

Sea water temperature in Maputo today

As of now, in Maputo, the water temperature is 70.2°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 1.0°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 71.1°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 66.6°F on 2022.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 69.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 69.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 70.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Maputo

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 17 71.2°F 68.6°F 69.8°F
Jun 18 70.4°F 68.9°F 69.6°F
Jun 19 71.1°F 68.7°F 69.7°F
Jun 20 71.0°F 68.8°F 69.6°F
Jun 21 70.9°F 69.9°F 69.5°F
Jun 22 70.7°F 69.4°F 69.4°F
Jun 23 70.0°F 69.3°F 69.2°F
Jun 24 69.6°F 68.8°F 69.2°F
Jun 25 69.5°F 69.1°F 69.2°F
Jun 26 69.6°F 68.9°F 69.2°F
Jun 27 70.1°F 68.8°F 69.4°F
Jun 28 70.0°F 68.5°F 69.2°F
Jun 29 70.6°F 67.7°F 69.2°F
Jun 30 71.0°F 67.5°F 69.2°F
Jul 1 70.2°F 67.8°F 69.2°F
Jul 2 70.1°F 68.0°F 69.1°F
Jul 3 70.0°F 67.4°F 69.0°F
Jul 4 70.1°F 68.1°F 69.0°F
Jul 5 69.8°F 68.0°F 68.8°F
Jul 6 69.7°F 67.9°F 68.6°F
Jul 7 69.5°F 67.7°F 68.5°F
Jul 8 69.7°F 68.3°F 68.7°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 228 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, 78.2°F in Spring, 69.2°F in Summer, and 74.7°F in Autumn.