What is the current water temperature in Freetown?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Freetown?

As of now, in Freetown, the water temperature is 28.5°C. 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.

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Water temperature in Freetown

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Freetown. 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.

83.3

°F

December 22, 05:05

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.0°F

Sunrise:

07:03

Sunset:

18:41

Day Length:

11 h. 38 min.

Freetown in December

Minimum:

80.0°F

Average:

82.1°F

Maximum:

84.1°F

Sea water temperature in Freetown today

As of now, in Freetown, the water temperature is 83.3°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 0.2°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 84.7°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 81.6°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 82.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Freetown

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	84.0°F	85.2°F	84.1°F
Dec 9	83.7°F	84.1°F	84.1°F
Dec 10	83.6°F	83.9°F	84.0°F
Dec 11	83.6°F	85.0°F	84.0°F
Dec 12	84.4°F	84.7°F	83.9°F
Dec 13	83.9°F	84.9°F	83.9°F
Dec 14	84.3°F	84.7°F	83.8°F
Dec 15	83.9°F	84.4°F	83.4°F
Dec 16	84.5°F	84.1°F	83.4°F
Dec 17	83.6°F	84.1°F	83.3°F
Dec 18	84.2°F	83.9°F	83.4°F
Dec 19	84.3°F	84.0°F	83.5°F
Dec 20	84.6°F	84.0°F	83.4°F
Dec 21	83.4°F	83.6°F	83.2°F
Dec 22	83.3°F	82.3°F	83.1°F
Dec 23	83.0°F	81.8°F	82.8°F
Dec 24	82.9°F	82.0°F	82.6°F
Dec 25	82.8°F	82.5°F	82.6°F
Dec 26	82.9°F	82.3°F	82.6°F
Dec 27	82.7°F	83.3°F	82.4°F
Dec 28	82.6°F	83.2°F	82.3°F
Dec 29	82.7°F	83.1°F	82.5°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 Freetown by month

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

The warmest water in Freetown was recorded on May 24, 2024, reaching a 87.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 24, 2018, dipping to 77.8°F. The average readings by season are 82.4°F in Winter, 82.7°F in Spring, 82.1°F in Summer, and 82.8°F in Autumn.