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 29.32°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.

84.8

°F

November 21, 18:40

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.8°F

Tomorrow:

84.7°F

Sunrise:

05:57

Sunset:

17:42

Day Length:

11 h. 45 min.

Batticaloa in November

Minimum:

79.6°F

Average:

81.3°F

Maximum:

82.6°F

Sea water temperature in Batticaloa today

As of now, in Batticaloa, the water temperature is 84.8°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 0.9°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 82.9°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

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 84.5°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
Nov 7	85.5°F	85.3°F	84.7°F
Nov 8	85.5°F	85.1°F	84.7°F
Nov 9	85.4°F	85.5°F	84.6°F
Nov 10	85.2°F	85.5°F	84.4°F
Nov 11	85.2°F	85.5°F	84.4°F
Nov 12	85.1°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Nov 13	85.0°F	85.1°F	84.2°F
Nov 14	84.9°F	84.9°F	84.1°F
Nov 15	84.6°F	84.8°F	84.0°F
Nov 16	85.0°F	84.5°F	84.0°F
Nov 17	85.3°F	84.4°F	83.9°F
Nov 18	85.0°F	85.4°F	84.0°F
Nov 19	85.0°F	85.2°F	84.0°F
Nov 20	84.8°F	85.0°F	84.1°F
Nov 21	84.8°F	84.9°F	83.9°F
Nov 22	84.7°F	84.8°F	83.8°F
Nov 23	84.6°F	84.6°F	83.7°F
Nov 24	84.6°F	84.9°F	83.7°F
Nov 25	84.6°F	85.1°F	83.7°F
Nov 26	84.5°F	85.3°F	83.6°F
Nov 27	84.3°F	84.9°F	83.4°F
Nov 28	84.3°F	84.9°F	83.4°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 1, 2014, dipping to 79.5°F. The average readings by season are 81.9°F in Winter, 85.7°F in Spring, 85.1°F in Summer, and 84.5°F in Autumn.