What is the current water temperature in Matola?

As of now, in Matola, the water temperature is 26.72°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Matola

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Matola. 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.

80.1

°F

December 11, 22:03

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

80.3°F

Tomorrow:

79.9°F

Sunrise:

04:51

Sunset:

18:35

Day Length:

13 h. 44 min.

Matola in December

Minimum:

79.3°F

Average:

82.0°F

Maximum:

83.9°F

Sea water temperature in Matola today

As of now, in Matola, the water temperature is 80.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 fall a bit.

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 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 82.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 77.3°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 80.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Matola

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 27	77.7°F	82.9°F	78.8°F
Nov 28	78.2°F	82.6°F	79.0°F
Nov 29	78.1°F	81.8°F	78.9°F
Nov 30	79.1°F	81.8°F	78.8°F
Dec 1	78.7°F	80.3°F	78.9°F
Dec 2	78.5°F	79.3°F	78.9°F
Dec 3	78.9°F	79.5°F	79.1°F
Dec 4	78.5°F	80.3°F	79.2°F
Dec 5	78.5°F	80.4°F	79.4°F
Dec 6	79.3°F	82.0°F	79.5°F
Dec 7	80.0°F	82.5°F	79.9°F
Dec 8	80.0°F	81.5°F	79.9°F
Dec 9	80.1°F	81.5°F	80.0°F
Dec 10	80.3°F	82.1°F	80.0°F
Dec 11	80.1°F	82.9°F	80.1°F
Dec 12	79.9°F	82.5°F	79.9°F
Dec 13	80.0°F	82.4°F	80.0°F
Dec 14	79.9°F	82.7°F	79.9°F
Dec 15	79.9°F	82.5°F	79.9°F
Dec 16	80.0°F	82.1°F	80.0°F
Dec 17	80.2°F	82.7°F	80.2°F
Dec 18	80.4°F	82.7°F	80.4°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 Matola by month

In Matola, the months October through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 241 swimming days.

The warmest water in Matola was recorded on February 9, 2025, reaching a 86.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 3, 2025, dipping to 65.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.7°F in Winter, 78.1°F in Spring, 69.3°F in Summer, and 74.8°F in Autumn.