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 22.22°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.

72.0

°F

September 25, 21:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

71.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.1°F

Sunrise:

05:42

Sunset:

17:53

Day Length:

12 h. 11 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 72.0°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 1.5°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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 71.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 69.3°F on 2021.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.0°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 11	67.6°F	70.3°F	69.5°F
Sep 12	67.9°F	70.3°F	69.7°F
Sep 13	68.7°F	70.2°F	69.9°F
Sep 14	70.1°F	70.4°F	69.9°F
Sep 15	68.6°F	70.1°F	69.8°F
Sep 16	68.2°F	70.9°F	69.9°F
Sep 17	68.5°F	70.6°F	69.9°F
Sep 18	68.8°F	70.3°F	70.0°F
Sep 19	68.6°F	70.6°F	69.9°F
Sep 20	69.7°F	70.8°F	70.3°F
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	70.5°F
Sep 26	72.1°F	70.2°F	70.6°F
Sep 27	72.0°F	70.6°F	70.5°F
Sep 28	72.1°F	70.8°F	70.6°F
Sep 29	71.9°F	71.3°F	70.4°F
Sep 30	72.0°F	70.9°F	70.5°F
Oct 1	71.8°F	70.5°F	70.3°F
Oct 2	71.9°F	70.1°F	70.4°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 71.2°F in Autumn.