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Water temperature in East London

Detailed information about the current water temperature in East London. 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 East London now

62.8

°F

September 14, 06:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

62.9°F

Tomorrow:

62.9°F

Sunrise:

06:09

Sunset:

17:59

Day Length:

11 h. 50 min.

East London in September

Minimum:

62.2°F

Average:

70.6°F

Maximum:

75.2°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 62.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 2.4°F lower 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 stay about the same.

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 68.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 60.0°F on 2024.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 62.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 31 63.6°F 67.4°F 66.7°F
Sep 1 63.2°F 65.2°F 66.1°F
Sep 2 64.7°F 64.4°F 66.2°F
Sep 3 62.1°F 64.8°F 65.9°F
Sep 4 62.7°F 65.5°F 65.5°F
Sep 5 63.7°F 64.9°F 65.5°F
Sep 6 64.3°F 65.1°F 65.4°F
Sep 7 63.9°F 64.1°F 64.9°F
Sep 8 63.7°F 64.5°F 65.1°F
Sep 9 64.2°F 64.6°F 64.9°F
Sep 10 64.4°F 65.2°F 65.0°F
Sep 11 62.8°F 64.7°F 64.9°F
Sep 12 61.9°F 64.8°F 65.0°F
Sep 13 62.9°F 62.2°F 65.3°F
Sep 14 62.8°F 60.0°F 65.2°F
Sep 15 62.9°F 61.8°F 65.3°F
Sep 16 62.7°F 62.5°F 65.1°F
Sep 17 62.6°F 62.3°F 65.0°F
Sep 18 62.9°F 63.1°F 65.2°F
Sep 19 63.0°F 65.0°F 65.4°F
Sep 20 62.9°F 65.6°F 65.3°F
Sep 21 62.5°F 65.2°F 64.9°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 East London by month

In East London, there are only 3 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.
The warmest water in East London was recorded on March 27, 2015, reaching a 76.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 14, 2021, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.3°F in Winter, 70.9°F in Spring, 65.9°F in Summer, and 66.3°F in Autumn.