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Water temperature in Tarifa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Tarifa. 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 Tarifa now

63.0

°F

May 19, 06:02

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.9°F

Tomorrow:

63.3°F

Sunrise:

07:13

Sunset:

21:25

Day Length:

14 h. 12 min.

Tarifa in May

Minimum:

61.0°F

Average:

62.5°F

Maximum:

65.1°F

Sea water temperature in Tarifa today

As of now, in Tarifa, the water temperature is 63.0°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 0.8°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 65.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 61.5°F on 2018.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 63.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Tarifa

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 62.4°F 63.8°F 62.7°F
May 6 63.0°F 64.0°F 62.9°F
May 7 62.5°F 63.8°F 63.0°F
May 8 62.3°F 63.6°F 63.2°F
May 9 62.4°F 64.7°F 63.6°F
May 10 62.4°F 64.2°F 63.5°F
May 11 62.5°F 64.8°F 63.5°F
May 12 62.7°F 65.5°F 63.8°F
May 13 62.6°F 65.6°F 63.7°F
May 14 62.7°F 65.7°F 63.7°F
May 15 63.0°F 66.1°F 63.7°F
May 16 62.4°F 65.2°F 63.6°F
May 17 63.1°F 65.3°F 63.7°F
May 18 62.9°F 65.3°F 63.7°F
May 19 63.0°F 64.1°F 63.8°F
May 20 63.3°F 64.6°F 64.1°F
May 21 63.1°F 64.3°F 63.8°F
May 22 63.2°F 65.1°F 64.0°F
May 23 63.3°F 65.3°F 64.0°F
May 24 63.5°F 65.4°F 64.3°F
May 25 63.3°F 64.0°F 64.1°F
May 26 63.5°F 65.2°F 64.3°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 Tarifa by month

In an average year, Tarifa offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Tarifa was recorded on July 24, 2015, reaching a 74.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 1, 2015, dipping to 58.1°F. The average readings by season are 62.0°F in Winter, 61.8°F in Spring, 68.7°F in Summer, and 67.5°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Tangier 64.7°F 20mi
Manilva 61.0°F 32mi
Asilah 64.3°F 45mi
Cadiz 66.6°F 52mi
El Puerto de Santa María 67.8°F 53mi
Larache 64.6°F 65mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Tarifa