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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

67.2

°F

April 17, 04:51

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

68.0°F

Tomorrow:

66.9°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

17:44

Day Length:

11 h. 13 min.

East London in April

Minimum:

62.9°F

Average:

70.0°F

Maximum:

75.5°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 67.2°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 5.0°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 74.9°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 67.8°F on 2024.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 65.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.9°F.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 3 67.2°F 66.6°F 71.0°F
Apr 4 65.7°F 69.1°F 71.1°F
Apr 5 67.4°F 70.0°F 71.0°F
Apr 6 68.5°F 71.0°F 71.2°F
Apr 7 68.2°F 71.5°F 71.1°F
Apr 8 69.0°F 68.8°F 71.1°F
Apr 9 68.9°F 70.1°F 71.4°F
Apr 10 69.5°F 70.9°F 71.4°F
Apr 11 70.2°F 69.9°F 71.9°F
Apr 12 70.5°F 68.3°F 72.4°F
Apr 13 71.1°F 70.5°F 72.8°F
Apr 14 70.2°F 71.1°F 72.6°F
Apr 15 66.9°F 73.2°F 72.8°F
Apr 16 68.0°F 72.6°F 73.0°F
Apr 17 67.2°F 72.3°F 72.2°F
Apr 18 66.9°F 73.0°F 71.9°F
Apr 19 66.2°F 69.8°F 71.1°F
Apr 20 65.4°F 67.3°F 70.3°F
Apr 21 65.5°F 67.7°F 70.5°F
Apr 22 65.8°F 68.4°F 70.8°F
Apr 23 65.8°F 68.7°F 70.8°F
Apr 24 65.5°F 66.4°F 70.5°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 June 14, 2021, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 70.8°F in Winter, 70.6°F in Spring, 65.8°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.