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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

62.5

°F

October 10, 22:34

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

61.2°F

Tomorrow:

63.0°F

Sunrise:

05:35

Sunset:

18:17

Day Length:

12 h. 42 min.

East London in October

Minimum:

64.8°F

Average:

70.8°F

Maximum:

75.7°F

Sea water temperature in East London today

As of now, in East London, the water temperature is 62.5°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 3.2°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 slightly 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 68.3°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 62.9°F on 2024.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.0°F, while the maximum might reach 63.6°F.

Daily water temperature in East London

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 26 65.6°F 63.5°F 64.9°F
Sep 27 65.7°F 62.4°F 64.8°F
Sep 28 65.9°F 62.8°F 64.9°F
Sep 29 66.4°F 64.2°F 65.3°F
Sep 30 64.1°F 61.4°F 64.9°F
Oct 1 63.6°F 64.7°F 65.0°F
Oct 2 62.8°F 64.4°F 65.3°F
Oct 3 63.4°F 64.2°F 65.1°F
Oct 4 63.0°F 64.6°F 65.4°F
Oct 5 60.1°F 66.8°F 65.3°F
Oct 6 61.2°F 67.0°F 65.3°F
Oct 7 60.0°F 67.0°F 65.2°F
Oct 8 61.3°F 67.2°F 65.2°F
Oct 9 61.2°F 64.0°F 65.0°F
Oct 10 62.5°F 62.9°F 65.7°F
Oct 11 63.0°F 63.9°F 66.2°F
Oct 12 63.2°F 63.5°F 66.4°F
Oct 13 63.3°F 64.1°F 66.5°F
Oct 14 63.6°F 65.7°F 66.8°F
Oct 15 63.3°F 66.3°F 66.5°F
Oct 16 63.6°F 66.7°F 66.8°F
Oct 17 63.1°F 63.2°F 66.3°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 3 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 27, 2015, reaching a 76.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 14, 2021, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 71.3°F in Winter, 70.9°F in Spring, 65.9°F in Summer, and 66.3°F in Autumn.