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Water temperature in Port Elizabeth

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth now

65.9

°F

June 27, 17:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

65.3°F

Tomorrow:

65.7°F

Sunrise:

07:23

Sunset:

17:18

Day Length:

9 h. 55 min.

Port Elizabeth in July

Minimum:

63.6°F

Average:

69.7°F

Maximum:

74.2°F

Sea water temperature in Port Elizabeth today

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 65.9°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 3.9°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 64.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 59.6°F on 2024.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest 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 65.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Port Elizabeth

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 13 64.7°F 59.3°F 62.5°F
Jun 14 64.2°F 60.4°F 62.4°F
Jun 15 63.7°F 59.6°F 62.7°F
Jun 16 63.4°F 59.5°F 62.5°F
Jun 17 65.0°F 60.8°F 62.8°F
Jun 18 65.9°F 60.2°F 62.7°F
Jun 19 66.0°F 60.4°F 62.7°F
Jun 20 66.4°F 59.8°F 62.8°F
Jun 21 66.7°F 60.7°F 62.9°F
Jun 22 66.2°F 59.5°F 62.8°F
Jun 23 66.1°F 59.8°F 62.7°F
Jun 24 65.5°F 57.9°F 62.2°F
Jun 25 65.3°F 58.9°F 62.2°F
Jun 26 65.3°F 59.6°F 62.3°F
Jun 27 65.9°F 59.6°F 62.1°F
Jun 28 65.7°F 59.4°F 61.9°F
Jun 29 66.0°F 60.6°F 62.1°F
Jun 30 66.0°F 61.2°F 62.2°F
Jul 1 65.9°F 61.4°F 62.1°F
Jul 2 65.9°F 61.6°F 62.1°F
Jul 3 65.9°F 61.2°F 62.1°F
Jul 4 66.1°F 60.2°F 62.3°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 Port Elizabeth by month

In an average year, Port Elizabeth offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Port Elizabeth was recorded on January 26, 2025, reaching a 75.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on June 24, 2023, dipping to 57.7°F. The average readings by season are 69.0°F in Winter, 66.1°F in Spring, 62.5°F in Summer, and 64.0°F in Autumn.