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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

80.6

°F

August 5, 20:03

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

80.2°F

Tomorrow:

80.7°F

Sunrise:

06:04

Sunset:

18:26

Day Length:

12 h. 22 min.

Galle in August

Minimum:

81.8°F

Average:

82.6°F

Maximum:

83.7°F

Sea water temperature in Galle today

As of now, in Galle, the water temperature is 80.6°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.4°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 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 83.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 80.8°F on 2020.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 80.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Galle

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 22 80.7°F 83.2°F 81.8°F
Jul 23 80.0°F 83.0°F 81.8°F
Jul 24 80.2°F 83.7°F 81.7°F
Jul 25 80.3°F 83.7°F 81.6°F
Jul 26 80.3°F 84.0°F 81.7°F
Jul 27 80.5°F 83.9°F 81.8°F
Jul 28 80.5°F 83.8°F 81.9°F
Jul 29 80.4°F 83.5°F 81.8°F
Jul 30 79.7°F 83.4°F 81.8°F
Jul 31 79.7°F 83.1°F 81.7°F
Aug 1 79.8°F 82.9°F 81.7°F
Aug 2 80.0°F 82.8°F 81.7°F
Aug 3 80.1°F 83.7°F 81.8°F
Aug 4 80.2°F 83.9°F 81.9°F
Aug 5 80.6°F 83.0°F 82.0°F
Aug 6 80.7°F 83.0°F 82.1°F
Aug 7 80.6°F 83.1°F 82.0°F
Aug 8 80.6°F 83.2°F 82.0°F
Aug 9 80.4°F 82.8°F 81.8°F
Aug 10 80.3°F 82.8°F 81.8°F
Aug 11 80.2°F 82.6°F 81.6°F
Aug 12 80.0°F 82.4°F 81.4°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 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 80.6°F 16mi
Panadura 81.2°F 51mi
Colombo 81.3°F 66mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Galle