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Water temperature in Port Harcourt

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Port Harcourt. 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 Port Harcourt now

85.1

°F

March 10, 15:40

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

84.7°F

Tomorrow:

85.1°F

Sunrise:

06:41

Sunset:

18:44

Day Length:

12 h. 3 min.

Port Harcourt in March

Minimum:

80.4°F

Average:

82.4°F

Maximum:

85.0°F

Sea water temperature in Port Harcourt today

As of now, in Port Harcourt, the water temperature is 85.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.1°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.6°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 82.3°F on 2018.

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 85.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Port Harcourt

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Feb 24 84.4°F 84.7°F 83.3°F
Feb 25 83.8°F 85.6°F 83.4°F
Feb 26 84.1°F 85.4°F 83.4°F
Feb 27 84.2°F 85.1°F 83.3°F
Feb 28 83.3°F 84.8°F 83.2°F
Mar 1 83.7°F 84.3°F 83.3°F
Mar 2 83.8°F 84.4°F 83.4°F
Mar 3 84.9°F 84.6°F 83.6°F
Mar 4 85.2°F 84.5°F 83.6°F
Mar 5 84.7°F 84.7°F 83.7°F
Mar 6 85.5°F 84.6°F 83.9°F
Mar 7 85.7°F 84.5°F 83.9°F
Mar 8 84.3°F 85.6°F 83.9°F
Mar 9 84.7°F 85.5°F 84.0°F
Mar 10 85.1°F 85.6°F 84.0°F
Mar 11 85.1°F 85.3°F 84.0°F
Mar 12 85.2°F 85.4°F 84.1°F
Mar 13 85.2°F 85.1°F 84.1°F
Mar 14 85.2°F 84.9°F 84.1°F
Mar 15 85.1°F 84.8°F 84.0°F
Mar 16 85.1°F 84.4°F 84.0°F
Mar 17 85.0°F 84.3°F 83.9°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 Port Harcourt by month

In Port Harcourt, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Port Harcourt was recorded on April 10, 2024, reaching a 86.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 3, 2016, dipping to 77.4°F. The average readings by season are 82.8°F in Winter, 84.1°F in Spring, 80.4°F in Summer, and 80.9°F in Autumn.