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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.
Sea temperature in Ponta Delgada now

71.9

°F

October 16, 05:44

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.2°F

Tomorrow:

71.6°F

Sunrise:

07:52

Sunset:

19:04

Day Length:

11 h. 12 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 71.9°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 0.6°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 fall a bit.

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 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 73.2°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 68.5°F on 2015.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 71.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Ponta Delgada

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
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 72.0°F 74.1°F 72.3°F
Oct 12 71.7°F 73.3°F 72.0°F
Oct 13 72.4°F 73.0°F 71.9°F
Oct 14 72.4°F 72.6°F 71.7°F
Oct 15 72.2°F 72.9°F 71.7°F
Oct 16 71.9°F 72.4°F 71.4°F
Oct 17 71.6°F 71.8°F 71.0°F
Oct 18 71.4°F 71.9°F 70.9°F
Oct 19 71.1°F 71.5°F 70.5°F
Oct 20 71.0°F 71.6°F 70.4°F
Oct 21 71.0°F 71.4°F 70.4°F
Oct 22 71.0°F 71.3°F 70.4°F
Oct 23 70.7°F 71.3°F 70.2°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.