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 18.46°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.

65.2

°F

April 29, 08:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

65.6°F

Tomorrow:

65.9°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

17:31

Day Length:

10 h. 51 min.

East London in May

Minimum:

63.0°F

Average:

69.9°F

Maximum:

74.4°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 65.2°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 3.5°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 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 72.7°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 60.0°F on 2025.

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 66.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 65.9°F, while the maximum might reach 67.2°F.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	66.9°F	73.2°F	72.8°F
Apr 16	68.0°F	72.6°F	72.5°F
Apr 17	67.2°F	72.3°F	71.7°F
Apr 18	66.1°F	73.0°F	71.3°F
Apr 19	65.8°F	69.8°F	70.6°F
Apr 20	66.6°F	67.3°F	70.0°F
Apr 21	67.4°F	67.7°F	70.2°F
Apr 22	67.5°F	68.4°F	70.5°F
Apr 23	69.9°F	68.7°F	70.7°F
Apr 24	70.9°F	66.4°F	70.5°F
Apr 25	68.8°F	62.7°F	70.0°F
Apr 26	66.4°F	61.9°F	69.4°F
Apr 27	67.2°F	61.6°F	69.2°F
Apr 28	65.6°F	60.7°F	69.1°F
Apr 29	65.2°F	60.0°F	68.8°F
Apr 30	65.9°F	62.7°F	69.4°F
May 1	66.1°F	65.1°F	69.6°F
May 2	66.6°F	69.6°F	70.1°F
May 3	66.5°F	70.9°F	70.0°F
May 4	67.0°F	72.3°F	70.5°F
May 5	66.9°F	71.1°F	70.5°F
May 6	67.2°F	69.6°F	70.8°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 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.