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 18.08°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

64.5

°F

October 21, 10:12

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

64.7°F

Tomorrow:

64.7°F

Sunrise:

05:21

Sunset:

18:25

Day Length:

13 h. 4 min.

East London in October

Minimum:

64.8°F

Average:

70.2°F

Maximum:

75.7°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 64.5°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 0.6°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 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 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 67.8°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 61.9°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

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 64.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 7	59.1°F	60.0°F	64.5°F
Oct 8	56.8°F	61.3°F	64.2°F
Oct 9	58.4°F	61.2°F	64.1°F
Oct 10	58.5°F	62.5°F	64.5°F
Oct 11	60.7°F	64.4°F	65.3°F
Oct 12	62.0°F	65.2°F	65.6°F
Oct 13	62.3°F	62.5°F	65.4°F
Oct 14	63.2°F	61.9°F	65.8°F
Oct 15	61.3°F	61.8°F	65.3°F
Oct 16	62.9°F	61.0°F	65.8°F
Oct 17	63.3°F	62.9°F	65.5°F
Oct 18	62.7°F	63.8°F	65.1°F
Oct 19	63.4°F	64.7°F	65.6°F
Oct 20	64.7°F	65.6°F	65.7°F
Oct 21	64.5°F	64.0°F	65.1°F
Oct 22	64.7°F	63.4°F	65.3°F
Oct 23	64.9°F	63.3°F	65.5°F
Oct 24	64.5°F	62.8°F	65.1°F
Oct 25	64.4°F	64.7°F	65.0°F
Oct 26	65.0°F	64.9°F	65.6°F
Oct 27	65.2°F	65.5°F	65.8°F
Oct 28	65.2°F	64.3°F	65.8°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 East London by month

In East London, there are only 1 days through the year when the water is warm enough to be comfortable for swimming.

The warmest water in East London was recorded on February 14, 2019, reaching a 76.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on October 3, 2026, dipping to 55.7°F. The average readings by season are 70.8°F in Winter, 70.5°F in Spring, 65.8°F in Summer, and 65.8°F in Autumn.