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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

81.1

°F

February 5, 04:49

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

81.3°F

Tomorrow:

81.2°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

18:08

Day Length:

11 h. 37 min.

Port Elizabeth in February

Minimum:

80.7°F

Average:

81.8°F

Maximum:

83.1°F

Sea water temperature in Port Elizabeth today

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 81.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.5°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 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 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 82.1°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 79.9°F on 2023.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.1°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
Jan 22 81.8°F 82.3°F 81.0°F
Jan 23 82.0°F 82.4°F 81.0°F
Jan 24 82.0°F 82.0°F 80.9°F
Jan 25 81.8°F 82.3°F 80.9°F
Jan 26 81.6°F 82.3°F 80.9°F
Jan 27 81.7°F 82.3°F 80.8°F
Jan 28 81.8°F 82.0°F 80.8°F
Jan 29 81.6°F 82.1°F 80.7°F
Jan 30 81.6°F 82.2°F 80.7°F
Jan 31 81.5°F 82.3°F 80.8°F
Feb 1 81.4°F 82.2°F 80.7°F
Feb 2 81.3°F 82.5°F 80.7°F
Feb 3 81.3°F 82.1°F 80.7°F
Feb 4 81.3°F 82.6°F 80.7°F
Feb 5 81.1°F 82.1°F 80.7°F
Feb 6 81.2°F 82.3°F 80.7°F
Feb 7 81.1°F 82.3°F 80.7°F
Feb 8 81.2°F 82.5°F 80.7°F
Feb 9 81.1°F 82.1°F 80.6°F
Feb 10 81.0°F 82.1°F 80.6°F
Feb 11 81.0°F 82.0°F 80.5°F
Feb 12 80.9°F 82.1°F 80.5°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, 81.1°F in Spring, 83.0°F in Summer, and 84.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Kingstown 81.0°F 10mi
Vieux Fort 81.1°F 52mi
Praslin 81.1°F 64mi
Victoria 80.7°F 65mi
Castries 81.2°F 70mi
Saint George's 80.7°F 75mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Port Elizabeth