What is the current water temperature in Ponta Delgada?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Ponta Delgada?

As of now, in Ponta Delgada, the water temperature is 22.48°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Ponta Delgada

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ponta Delgada. 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.

72.5

°F

October 10, 20:51

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.5°F

Tomorrow:

72.2°F

Sunrise:

07:46

Sunset:

19:13

Day Length:

11 h. 27 min.

Ponta Delgada in October

Minimum:

60.6°F

Average:

63.0°F

Maximum:

65.2°F

Sea water temperature in Ponta Delgada today

As of now, in Ponta Delgada, the water temperature is 72.5°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 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 74.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 69.3°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Ponta Delgada

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 26	71.7°F	74.9°F	73.1°F
Sep 27	71.3°F	74.0°F	73.0°F
Sep 28	70.9°F	74.5°F	73.0°F
Sep 29	70.9°F	74.8°F	73.1°F
Sep 30	71.0°F	74.4°F	73.0°F
Oct 1	71.3°F	75.1°F	73.0°F
Oct 2	71.8°F	74.1°F	72.9°F
Oct 3	71.9°F	73.8°F	72.9°F
Oct 4	71.6°F	74.4°F	72.8°F
Oct 5	72.3°F	74.2°F	72.8°F
Oct 6	72.6°F	75.1°F	72.8°F
Oct 7	72.5°F	74.7°F	72.6°F
Oct 8	72.6°F	74.8°F	72.4°F
Oct 9	72.5°F	74.6°F	72.5°F
Oct 10	72.5°F	74.6°F	72.5°F
Oct 11	72.2°F	74.1°F	72.3°F
Oct 12	72.0°F	73.3°F	72.1°F
Oct 13	71.9°F	73.0°F	71.9°F
Oct 14	71.6°F	72.6°F	71.7°F
Oct 15	71.6°F	72.9°F	71.7°F
Oct 16	71.3°F	72.4°F	71.4°F
Oct 17	71.0°F	71.8°F	71.0°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 Ponta Delgada by month

In Ponta Delgada, the months August through September offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 53 swimming days.

The warmest water in Ponta Delgada was recorded on August 21, 2024, reaching a 78.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 17, 2015, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 63.1°F in Winter, 62.4°F in Spring, 70.9°F in Summer, and 70.9°F in Autumn.