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Water temperature in Durban

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Durban. 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 Durban now

81.8

°F

February 5, 11:54

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

79.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.1°F

Sunrise:

05:28

Sunset:

18:52

Day Length:

13 h. 24 min.

Durban in February

Minimum:

74.5°F

Average:

76.0°F

Maximum:

78.1°F

Sea water temperature in Durban today

As of now, in Durban, the water temperature is 81.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 5.0°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 79.1°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 74.2°F on 2024.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 82.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 81.9°F, while the maximum might reach 82.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Durban

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 22 78.4°F 77.8°F 77.7°F
Jan 23 78.6°F 77.6°F 77.8°F
Jan 24 78.7°F 77.6°F 77.7°F
Jan 25 79.5°F 78.9°F 77.6°F
Jan 26 79.8°F 78.7°F 77.5°F
Jan 27 79.7°F 77.8°F 77.5°F
Jan 28 80.1°F 76.5°F 77.3°F
Jan 29 80.5°F 77.1°F 77.3°F
Jan 30 80.1°F 76.2°F 77.2°F
Jan 31 79.4°F 76.5°F 77.2°F
Feb 1 79.3°F 76.4°F 77.2°F
Feb 2 79.1°F 74.6°F 76.9°F
Feb 3 79.3°F 74.5°F 77.0°F
Feb 4 79.3°F 73.6°F 77.3°F
Feb 5 81.8°F 74.2°F 76.9°F
Feb 6 82.1°F 73.3°F 77.2°F
Feb 7 82.2°F 73.2°F 77.2°F
Feb 8 81.9°F 70.6°F 77.0°F
Feb 9 82.1°F 71.5°F 77.1°F
Feb 10 82.3°F 73.8°F 77.4°F
Feb 11 82.4°F 74.2°F 77.5°F
Feb 12 82.8°F 74.6°F 77.8°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 Durban by month

In Durban, the months December through May offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 181 swimming days.
The warmest water in Durban was recorded on February 14, 2020, reaching a 81.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 8, 2018, dipping to 66.9°F. The average readings by season are 76.5°F in Winter, 75.9°F in Spring, 70.8°F in Summer, and 71.3°F in Autumn.