What is the current water temperature in Swakopmund?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Swakopmund?

As of now, in Swakopmund, the water temperature is 18.38°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Swakopmund

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Swakopmund. 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.

65.1

°F

December 8, 11:07

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

63.2°F

Tomorrow:

65.1°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

19:38

Day Length:

13 h. 29 min.

Swakopmund in December

Minimum:

61.0°F

Average:

63.5°F

Maximum:

66.4°F

Sea water temperature in Swakopmund today

As of now, in Swakopmund, the water temperature is 65.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 4.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 64.8°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 53.5°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

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 64.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Swakopmund

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 24	61.9°F	58.1°F	59.2°F
Nov 25	61.9°F	55.9°F	58.5°F
Nov 26	63.4°F	56.5°F	58.9°F
Nov 27	63.9°F	57.0°F	59.2°F
Nov 28	64.5°F	57.8°F	59.5°F
Nov 29	62.9°F	59.3°F	60.1°F
Nov 30	61.7°F	58.3°F	60.3°F
Dec 1	61.9°F	57.3°F	60.4°F
Dec 2	58.2°F	57.5°F	60.3°F
Dec 3	60.1°F	55.1°F	60.2°F
Dec 4	60.1°F	55.5°F	60.4°F
Dec 5	61.5°F	55.4°F	60.6°F
Dec 6	62.0°F	56.0°F	60.6°F
Dec 7	63.2°F	52.9°F	60.3°F
Dec 8	65.1°F	53.5°F	60.5°F
Dec 9	65.1°F	54.7°F	60.6°F
Dec 10	64.9°F	55.4°F	60.4°F
Dec 11	65.2°F	56.4°F	60.6°F
Dec 12	64.9°F	57.0°F	60.3°F
Dec 13	64.7°F	58.1°F	60.2°F
Dec 14	64.3°F	60.1°F	59.7°F
Dec 15	64.8°F	61.0°F	60.3°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 Swakopmund by month

In an average year, Swakopmund offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Swakopmund was recorded on February 26, 2022, reaching a 75.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 23, 2024, dipping to 49.3°F. The average readings by season are 63.4°F in Winter, 61.0°F in Spring, 56.7°F in Summer, and 56.4°F in Autumn.