What is the current water temperature in Batticaloa?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Batticaloa?

As of now, in Batticaloa, the water temperature is 29.49°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort.

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Water temperature in Batticaloa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Batticaloa. 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.

85.1

°F

August 30, 00:38

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.9°F

Tomorrow:

85.1°F

Sunrise:

05:56

Sunset:

18:12

Day Length:

12 h. 16 min.

Batticaloa in September

Minimum:

80.1°F

Average:

81.5°F

Maximum:

82.7°F

Sea water temperature in Batticaloa today

As of now, in Batticaloa, the water temperature is 85.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 0.6°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

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 85.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 83.5°F on 2023.

latest data

last year

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 85.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Batticaloa

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 16	84.5°F	85.3°F	84.5°F
Aug 17	84.3°F	84.9°F	84.4°F
Aug 18	84.4°F	85.0°F	84.4°F
Aug 19	84.5°F	84.9°F	84.4°F
Aug 20	84.3°F	85.6°F	84.4°F
Aug 21	84.5°F	85.6°F	84.5°F
Aug 22	84.3°F	85.3°F	84.4°F
Aug 23	84.2°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Aug 24	84.3°F	84.7°F	84.3°F
Aug 25	84.5°F	85.0°F	84.5°F
Aug 26	84.4°F	85.2°F	84.5°F
Aug 27	84.7°F	85.5°F	84.5°F
Aug 28	84.7°F	85.3°F	84.4°F
Aug 29	84.9°F	85.3°F	84.4°F
Aug 30	85.1°F	85.3°F	84.5°F
Aug 31	85.1°F	85.4°F	84.5°F
Sep 1	85.1°F	85.3°F	84.5°F
Sep 2	85.1°F	85.7°F	84.5°F
Sep 3	85.1°F	85.5°F	84.5°F
Sep 4	85.0°F	85.4°F	84.5°F
Sep 5	85.1°F	85.7°F	84.5°F
Sep 6	85.1°F	85.5°F	84.6°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 Batticaloa by month

In Batticaloa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Batticaloa was recorded on May 14, 2016, reaching a 89.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 18, 2019, dipping to 79.7°F. The average readings by season are 82.0°F in Winter, 85.7°F in Spring, 85.1°F in Summer, and 84.5°F in Autumn.