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Water temperature in Galle

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

82.3

°F

August 30, 00:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

82.3°F

Tomorrow:

82.2°F

Sunrise:

06:03

Sunset:

18:17

Day Length:

12 h. 14 min.

Galle in September

Minimum:

81.7°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

84.0°F

Sea water temperature in Galle today

As of now, in Galle, the water temperature is 82.3°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is about the same as 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 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 84.8°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 79.8°F on 2018.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 81.9°F, the minimum temperature may reach 81.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 82.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Galle

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 16 81.5°F 82.8°F 81.5°F
Aug 17 81.3°F 82.6°F 81.5°F
Aug 18 81.4°F 82.6°F 81.7°F
Aug 19 81.5°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Aug 20 81.3°F 82.5°F 81.8°F
Aug 21 80.0°F 83.0°F 81.7°F
Aug 22 80.4°F 82.8°F 81.7°F
Aug 23 80.6°F 82.8°F 81.7°F
Aug 24 81.4°F 83.2°F 81.8°F
Aug 25 82.0°F 84.0°F 82.1°F
Aug 26 82.0°F 84.2°F 82.2°F
Aug 27 82.3°F 84.2°F 82.4°F
Aug 28 82.5°F 84.1°F 82.4°F
Aug 29 82.3°F 84.2°F 82.4°F
Aug 30 82.3°F 84.1°F 82.4°F
Aug 31 82.2°F 84.1°F 82.3°F
Sep 1 82.1°F 83.8°F 82.1°F
Sep 2 81.9°F 83.7°F 82.0°F
Sep 3 81.9°F 83.7°F 81.9°F
Sep 4 81.6°F 83.5°F 81.7°F
Sep 5 81.8°F 84.3°F 81.8°F
Sep 6 81.7°F 84.0°F 81.8°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 Galle by month

In Galle, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Galle was recorded on May 5, 2016, reaching a 88.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 24, 2018, dipping to 78.5°F. The average readings by season are 83.0°F in Winter, 85.1°F in Spring, 82.4°F in Summer, and 83.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Weligama 82.0°F 16mi
Panadura 83.4°F 51mi
Colombo 83.6°F 66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Galle