What is the current water temperature in Basseterre?

As of now, in Basseterre, the water temperature is 26.98°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Basseterre

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Basseterre. 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.

80.6

°F

February 16, 16:29

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

80.3°F

Tomorrow:

80.6°F

Sunrise:

06:37

Sunset:

18:13

Day Length:

11 h. 36 min.

Basseterre in February

Minimum:

80.2°F

Average:

81.2°F

Maximum:

82.6°F

Sea water temperature in Basseterre today

As of now, in Basseterre, the water temperature is 80.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°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

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 80.4°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 79.0°F on 2023.

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 80.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Basseterre

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 2	80.7°F	80.9°F	80.2°F
Feb 3	80.8°F	81.1°F	80.2°F
Feb 4	80.8°F	81.0°F	80.2°F
Feb 5	80.9°F	81.0°F	80.2°F
Feb 6	81.0°F	80.8°F	80.2°F
Feb 7	80.9°F	80.7°F	80.1°F
Feb 8	80.7°F	80.7°F	80.0°F
Feb 9	80.7°F	80.8°F	80.0°F
Feb 10	80.6°F	80.6°F	80.0°F
Feb 11	80.9°F	80.6°F	80.0°F
Feb 12	80.7°F	80.5°F	79.8°F
Feb 13	80.6°F	80.5°F	79.8°F
Feb 14	80.6°F	80.6°F	79.8°F
Feb 15	80.3°F	80.4°F	79.7°F
Feb 16	80.6°F	80.4°F	79.7°F
Feb 17	80.6°F	80.3°F	79.7°F
Feb 18	80.5°F	80.2°F	79.6°F
Feb 19	80.6°F	80.3°F	79.7°F
Feb 20	80.6°F	80.4°F	79.7°F
Feb 21	80.5°F	80.2°F	79.6°F
Feb 22	80.5°F	80.2°F	79.6°F
Feb 23	80.5°F	80.3°F	79.6°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 Basseterre by month

In Basseterre, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Basseterre was recorded on September 22, 2024, reaching a 87.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 27, 2018, dipping to 78.4°F. The average readings by season are 80.9°F in Winter, 80.7°F in Spring, 83.4°F in Summer, and 84.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Oranjestad	80.4°F	22mi
Gustavia	80.3°F	42mi
Brades	80.7°F	49mi
Plymouth	80.7°F	53mi
Philipsburg	80.1°F	55mi
Marigot	80.0°F	58mi
The Valley	80.1°F	67mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Basseterre