What is the current water temperature in East London?

Q: What is the current water temperature in East London?

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 19.05°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 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.

66.3

°F

November 21, 14:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

65.6°F

Tomorrow:

66.2°F

Sunrise:

04:55

Sunset:

18:54

Day Length:

13 h. 59 min.

East London in November

Minimum:

63.7°F

Average:

71.0°F

Maximum:

75.5°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 66.3°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 2.0°F lower 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. 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 70.3°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 63.4°F on 2023.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 66.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.2°F, while the maximum might reach 67.1°F.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	67.9°F	67.0°F	67.0°F
Nov 8	67.4°F	66.0°F	67.2°F
Nov 9	67.9°F	66.9°F	67.6°F
Nov 10	68.0°F	67.3°F	67.7°F
Nov 11	68.4°F	68.4°F	68.1°F
Nov 12	68.3°F	66.7°F	68.0°F
Nov 13	67.9°F	66.5°F	67.6°F
Nov 14	67.6°F	67.0°F	67.3°F
Nov 15	63.4°F	66.3°F	67.0°F
Nov 16	64.4°F	63.8°F	66.9°F
Nov 17	64.1°F	64.5°F	67.6°F
Nov 18	64.2°F	63.7°F	67.5°F
Nov 19	65.1°F	63.1°F	67.7°F
Nov 20	65.6°F	63.6°F	68.0°F
Nov 21	66.3°F	63.4°F	68.3°F
Nov 22	66.2°F	62.5°F	68.3°F
Nov 23	66.5°F	63.6°F	68.6°F
Nov 24	66.7°F	65.9°F	68.7°F
Nov 25	66.8°F	66.5°F	68.8°F
Nov 26	66.9°F	66.9°F	69.0°F
Nov 27	66.7°F	64.3°F	68.7°F
Nov 28	67.1°F	64.5°F	69.1°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 East London by month

In East London, there are only 18 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 7, 2014, reaching a 77.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 14, 2021, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.6°F in Winter, 71.4°F in Spring, 66.0°F in Summer, and 66.4°F in Autumn.