What is the current water temperature in Durban?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Durban?

As of now, in Durban, the water temperature is 21.54°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

70.8

°F

October 5, 07:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

70.8°F

Tomorrow:

71.0°F

Sunrise:

05:30

Sunset:

17:59

Day Length:

12 h. 29 min.

Durban in October

Minimum:

75.7°F

Average:

77.2°F

Maximum:

78.5°F

Sea water temperature in Durban today

As of now, in Durban, the water temperature is 70.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 0.3°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling 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 71.3°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 69.2°F on 2025.

latest data

last year

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 70.9°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
Sep 21	69.8°F	70.4°F	70.4°F
Sep 22	70.1°F	71.0°F	70.3°F
Sep 23	71.2°F	70.3°F	70.5°F
Sep 24	71.7°F	70.3°F	70.6°F
Sep 25	72.0°F	70.2°F	70.6°F
Sep 26	72.5°F	70.2°F	70.8°F
Sep 27	72.6°F	70.6°F	70.7°F
Sep 28	72.9°F	70.8°F	70.8°F
Sep 29	72.1°F	71.3°F	70.6°F
Sep 30	72.2°F	70.9°F	70.7°F
Oct 1	72.2°F	70.5°F	70.4°F
Oct 2	71.8°F	70.1°F	70.5°F
Oct 3	70.7°F	70.1°F	70.5°F
Oct 4	70.8°F	70.3°F	70.4°F
Oct 5	70.8°F	69.2°F	70.4°F
Oct 6	71.0°F	69.4°F	70.7°F
Oct 7	70.9°F	68.5°F	70.5°F
Oct 8	70.8°F	68.8°F	70.4°F
Oct 9	70.5°F	69.6°F	70.2°F
Oct 10	70.8°F	70.3°F	70.5°F
Oct 11	71.1°F	71.0°F	70.7°F
Oct 12	71.2°F	71.1°F	70.8°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 182 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 76.6°F in Winter, 76.0°F in Spring, 70.8°F in Summer, and 71.3°F in Autumn.