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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

74.8

°F

February 9, 12:10

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

76.1°F

Tomorrow:

74.8°F

Sunrise:

05:47

Sunset:

19:17

Day Length:

13 h. 30 min.

Port Elizabeth in February

Minimum:

64.9°F

Average:

69.1°F

Maximum:

72.6°F

Sea water temperature in Port Elizabeth today

As of now, in Port Elizabeth, the water temperature is 74.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 5.4°F higher 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 72.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 66.5°F on 2019.

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 74.9°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
Jan 26 70.5°F 75.5°F 69.5°F
Jan 27 72.2°F 75.0°F 69.6°F
Jan 28 71.3°F 74.6°F 69.4°F
Jan 29 72.0°F 73.3°F 68.9°F
Jan 30 70.6°F 73.7°F 68.9°F
Jan 31 72.9°F 73.3°F 69.5°F
Feb 1 74.2°F 71.6°F 69.8°F
Feb 2 74.2°F 71.5°F 69.5°F
Feb 3 73.2°F 71.4°F 69.3°F
Feb 4 73.6°F 72.0°F 69.8°F
Feb 5 74.8°F 72.9°F 70.0°F
Feb 6 72.2°F 71.7°F 70.0°F
Feb 7 74.2°F 72.0°F 70.8°F
Feb 8 76.1°F 72.2°F 70.7°F
Feb 9 74.8°F 70.2°F 69.4°F
Feb 10 74.8°F 70.6°F 69.4°F
Feb 11 75.0°F 71.2°F 69.6°F
Feb 12 75.1°F 70.8°F 69.7°F
Feb 13 75.3°F 71.5°F 70.0°F
Feb 14 75.1°F 69.6°F 69.8°F
Feb 15 74.7°F 69.0°F 69.3°F
Feb 16 74.4°F 69.2°F 69.0°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 February 8, 2026, reaching a 76.1°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 64.1°F in Autumn.