What is the current water temperature in Jaffna?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Jaffna?

As of now, in Jaffna, the water temperature is 31.23°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 Jaffna

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Jaffna. 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.

88.2

°F

May 19, 04:46

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

88.3°F

Tomorrow:

88.1°F

Sunrise:

05:49

Sunset:

18:24

Day Length:

12 h. 35 min.

Jaffna in May

Minimum:

78.7°F

Average:

80.6°F

Maximum:

83.5°F

Sea water temperature in Jaffna today

As of now, in Jaffna, the water temperature is 88.2°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 1.7°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 87.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 85.2°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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 87.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 87.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 88.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Jaffna

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 5	89.8°F	86.6°F	87.8°F
May 6	89.4°F	86.5°F	87.7°F
May 7	89.8°F	86.6°F	87.8°F
May 8	89.5°F	86.5°F	87.6°F
May 9	89.2°F	85.7°F	87.6°F
May 10	88.9°F	85.6°F	87.4°F
May 11	88.6°F	85.6°F	87.1°F
May 12	88.6°F	85.4°F	87.1°F
May 13	88.6°F	85.5°F	87.1°F
May 14	88.6°F	85.6°F	87.2°F
May 15	88.4°F	85.4°F	87.0°F
May 16	88.6°F	85.2°F	87.0°F
May 17	88.4°F	85.6°F	86.9°F
May 18	88.3°F	85.9°F	86.6°F
May 19	88.2°F	86.1°F	86.5°F
May 20	88.1°F	86.5°F	86.4°F
May 21	88.1°F	86.0°F	86.4°F
May 22	87.9°F	86.3°F	86.2°F
May 23	87.9°F	86.4°F	86.2°F
May 24	87.7°F	86.6°F	86.0°F
May 25	87.6°F	86.5°F	85.9°F
May 26	87.5°F	86.3°F	85.8°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 Jaffna by month

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

The warmest water in Jaffna was recorded on April 8, 2024, reaching a 90.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 9, 2014, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 81.2°F in Winter, 86.4°F in Spring, 84.8°F in Summer, and 84.2°F in Autumn.