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 29.76°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.

85.6

°F

August 30, 00:53

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

85.3°F

Tomorrow:

85.6°F

Sunrise:

06:01

Sunset:

18:20

Day Length:

12 h. 19 min.

Jaffna in September

Minimum:

79.6°F

Average:

80.7°F

Maximum:

82.7°F

Sea water temperature in Jaffna today

As of now, in Jaffna, the water temperature is 85.6°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 1.0°F higher 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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.4°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 83.6°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 85.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Jaffna

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 16	83.6°F	86.4°F	84.5°F
Aug 17	83.5°F	86.4°F	84.5°F
Aug 18	83.5°F	86.0°F	84.4°F
Aug 19	83.7°F	86.1°F	84.4°F
Aug 20	83.6°F	85.8°F	84.3°F
Aug 21	84.6°F	85.1°F	84.3°F
Aug 22	84.4°F	84.8°F	84.4°F
Aug 23	85.1°F	84.8°F	84.6°F
Aug 24	85.2°F	84.7°F	84.5°F
Aug 25	85.8°F	84.7°F	84.5°F
Aug 26	85.6°F	84.6°F	84.3°F
Aug 27	85.2°F	85.2°F	84.3°F
Aug 28	85.6°F	84.9°F	84.2°F
Aug 29	85.3°F	84.8°F	84.3°F
Aug 30	85.6°F	84.7°F	84.6°F
Aug 31	85.6°F	84.6°F	84.5°F
Sep 1	85.4°F	84.2°F	84.4°F
Sep 2	85.5°F	85.2°F	84.5°F
Sep 3	85.3°F	85.1°F	84.3°F
Sep 4	85.6°F	85.5°F	84.6°F
Sep 5	85.5°F	85.2°F	84.5°F
Sep 6	85.5°F	85.6°F	84.5°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 21, 2019, dipping to 78.2°F. The average readings by season are 81.4°F in Winter, 86.5°F in Spring, 84.8°F in Summer, and 84.3°F in Autumn.