What is the current water temperature in Port Elizabeth?

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 27.55°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Port Elizabeth

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Port Elizabeth. 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.

81.6

°F

January 2, 06:21

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

81.8°F

Tomorrow:

81.4°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

17:51

Day Length:

11 h. 23 min.

Port Elizabeth in January

Minimum:

80.7°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

83.3°F

Sea water temperature in Port Elizabeth today

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 81.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.2°F lower 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 83.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 80.7°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

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 81.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 81.1°F, and the maximum might stay at 81.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Port Elizabeth

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	81.8°F	83.0°F	81.8°F
Jan 2	81.6°F	82.9°F	81.8°F
Jan 3	81.4°F	82.5°F	81.6°F
Jan 4	81.4°F	82.3°F	81.6°F
Jan 5	81.2°F	82.5°F	81.4°F
Jan 6	81.2°F	82.8°F	81.4°F
Jan 7	81.1°F	82.2°F	81.3°F
Jan 8	81.1°F	82.5°F	81.3°F
Jan 9	81.1°F	82.3°F	81.3°F
Dec 19	82.0°F	83.4°F	82.3°F
Dec 20	82.0°F	83.5°F	82.2°F
Dec 21	82.0°F	83.5°F	82.3°F
Dec 22	81.7°F	83.4°F	82.2°F
Dec 23	81.7°F	83.3°F	82.1°F
Dec 24	81.8°F	83.2°F	82.1°F
Dec 25	81.7°F	83.1°F	82.0°F
Dec 26	81.6°F	83.1°F	82.0°F
Dec 27	81.7°F	82.9°F	81.9°F
Dec 28	81.7°F	83.3°F	81.9°F
Dec 29	81.8°F	83.4°F	81.9°F
Dec 30	81.7°F	83.1°F	81.9°F
Dec 31	81.6°F	82.6°F	81.8°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 Elizabeth by month

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

The warmest water in Port Elizabeth was recorded on October 9, 2024, reaching a 87.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 14, 2023, dipping to 79.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.3°F in Winter, 81.2°F in Spring, 83.2°F in Summer, and 84.6°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kingstown	81.7°F	10mi
Vieux Fort	81.6°F	52mi
Praslin	81.6°F	64mi
Victoria	81.5°F	65mi
Castries	81.4°F	70mi
Saint George's	81.6°F	75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Port Elizabeth