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 18.97°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.

66.1

°F

May 26, 12:10

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

65.2°F

Tomorrow:

66.4°F

Sunrise:

06:59

Sunset:

17:12

Day Length:

10 h. 13 min.

East London in June

Minimum:

59.8°F

Average:

69.5°F

Maximum:

73.4°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 66.1°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 2.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 considerably 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 72.6°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 61.1°F on 2024.

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 66.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 12	66.4°F	69.4°F	69.6°F
May 13	67.2°F	68.7°F	69.6°F
May 14	68.9°F	67.8°F	69.6°F
May 15	70.1°F	67.5°F	69.1°F
May 16	70.1°F	66.3°F	68.6°F
May 17	69.8°F	65.3°F	68.1°F
May 18	68.8°F	67.6°F	68.5°F
May 19	68.8°F	68.6°F	68.6°F
May 20	69.5°F	69.3°F	68.7°F
May 21	65.9°F	67.9°F	67.7°F
May 22	65.1°F	66.9°F	67.9°F
May 23	65.7°F	68.1°F	68.0°F
May 24	65.5°F	68.1°F	67.7°F
May 25	65.2°F	70.0°F	68.2°F
May 26	66.1°F	68.7°F	68.3°F
May 27	66.4°F	67.9°F	68.6°F
May 28	66.1°F	67.6°F	68.3°F
May 29	65.8°F	65.2°F	68.0°F
May 30	65.7°F	64.1°F	67.9°F
May 31	65.9°F	65.5°F	68.1°F
Jun 1	66.2°F	68.8°F	68.4°F
Jun 2	65.8°F	70.3°F	67.9°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 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, 70.5°F in Spring, 65.8°F in Summer, and 65.9°F in Autumn.