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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

December 15, 00:19

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

65.8°F

Tomorrow:

65.7°F

Sunrise:

05:01

Sunset:

19:25

Day Length:

14 h. 24 min.

Port Elizabeth in December

Minimum:

66.6°F

Average:

70.8°F

Maximum:

73.8°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 1.9°F lower 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

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 72.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 62.0°F on 2017.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 66.1°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
Dec 1 68.1°F 68.8°F 67.0°F
Dec 2 68.3°F 68.9°F 67.0°F
Dec 3 67.9°F 69.6°F 67.1°F
Dec 4 68.2°F 69.5°F 67.2°F
Dec 5 67.1°F 69.3°F 67.0°F
Dec 6 67.1°F 69.7°F 66.9°F
Dec 7 67.6°F 69.6°F 67.1°F
Dec 8 67.9°F 69.9°F 67.3°F
Dec 9 69.4°F 70.8°F 67.7°F
Dec 10 69.0°F 71.5°F 67.9°F
Dec 11 68.5°F 72.5°F 67.9°F
Dec 12 68.4°F 72.2°F 68.1°F
Dec 13 67.5°F 72.4°F 67.4°F
Dec 14 65.8°F 72.2°F 67.7°F
Dec 15 65.9°F 72.0°F 67.9°F
Dec 16 65.7°F 72.9°F 67.6°F
Dec 17 65.6°F 71.9°F 67.5°F
Dec 18 66.2°F 71.7°F 68.1°F
Dec 19 65.8°F 71.3°F 67.7°F
Dec 20 66.0°F 70.1°F 67.9°F
Dec 21 66.6°F 71.2°F 68.5°F
Dec 22 66.6°F 70.2°F 68.5°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 69.1°F in Winter, 66.1°F in Spring, 62.5°F in Summer, and 64.1°F in Autumn.