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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

74.8

°F

November 27, 03:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

74.7°F

Tomorrow:

74.9°F

Sunrise:

04:48

Sunset:

18:39

Day Length:

13 h. 51 min.

Durban in December

Minimum:

75.4°F

Average:

77.2°F

Maximum:

79.0°F

Sea water temperature in Durban today

As of now, in Durban, the water temperature is 74.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.0°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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 70.5°F on 2018.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 74.7°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Durban

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 13 71.8°F 73.2°F 72.7°F
Nov 14 70.9°F 72.9°F 72.4°F
Nov 15 71.8°F 72.8°F 72.4°F
Nov 16 72.0°F 72.7°F 72.3°F
Nov 17 72.1°F 72.8°F 72.3°F
Nov 18 72.0°F 73.0°F 72.6°F
Nov 19 71.8°F 73.3°F 72.6°F
Nov 20 71.2°F 74.2°F 72.7°F
Nov 21 71.8°F 75.1°F 73.0°F
Nov 22 73.1°F 75.1°F 73.1°F
Nov 23 73.4°F 75.2°F 73.4°F
Nov 24 73.7°F 75.0°F 73.5°F
Nov 25 73.9°F 75.7°F 73.6°F
Nov 26 74.7°F 76.7°F 73.7°F
Nov 27 74.8°F 76.2°F 73.8°F
Nov 28 74.9°F 75.1°F 73.9°F
Nov 29 74.8°F 74.0°F 73.8°F
Nov 30 74.7°F 74.5°F 73.7°F
Dec 1 74.4°F 74.8°F 73.4°F
Dec 2 74.4°F 74.9°F 73.4°F
Dec 3 74.6°F 74.6°F 73.6°F
Dec 4 75.1°F 75.8°F 74.1°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 6, 2025, reaching a 82.0°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, 70.7°F in Summer, and 71.3°F in Autumn.