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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.
Sea temperature in Port Elizabeth now

82.4

°F

July 18, 00:27

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

82.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.7°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

18:35

Day Length:

12 h. 48 min.

Port Elizabeth in July

Minimum:

80.4°F

Average:

81.3°F

Maximum:

82.6°F

Sea water temperature in Port Elizabeth today

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 82.4°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 0.5°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature slightly varies from the average of the past two weeks. 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 84.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 80.9°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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 82.7°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 Elizabeth

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 4 82.1°F 82.1°F 82.6°F
Jul 5 82.4°F 82.0°F 82.5°F
Jul 6 82.2°F 82.4°F 82.5°F
Jul 7 82.7°F 82.5°F 82.5°F
Jul 8 82.7°F 82.7°F 82.6°F
Jul 9 82.6°F 82.6°F 82.7°F
Jul 10 83.0°F 82.8°F 82.8°F
Jul 11 82.4°F 82.9°F 82.7°F
Jul 12 82.2°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
Jul 13 82.2°F 83.1°F 82.9°F
Jul 14 82.2°F 83.0°F 82.9°F
Jul 15 82.6°F 83.0°F 82.9°F
Jul 16 82.6°F 83.2°F 82.9°F
Jul 17 82.3°F 83.2°F 82.8°F
Jul 18 82.4°F 82.9°F 82.9°F
Jul 19 82.7°F 83.5°F 83.2°F
Jul 20 82.5°F 83.3°F 83.0°F
Jul 21 82.7°F 83.4°F 83.2°F
Jul 22 82.7°F 83.5°F 83.1°F
Jul 23 82.8°F 83.1°F 83.3°F
Jul 24 82.8°F 83.4°F 83.2°F
Jul 25 82.8°F 83.1°F 83.2°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 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 81.4°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 82.4°F 10mi
Vieux Fort 82.7°F 52mi
Praslin 82.8°F 64mi
Victoria 82.4°F 65mi
Castries 82.8°F 70mi
Saint George's 82.6°F 75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Port Elizabeth