What is the current water temperature in Negombo?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Negombo?

As of now, in Negombo, the water temperature is 30.06°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 Negombo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Negombo. 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.

86.1

°F

March 20, 07:06

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.0°F

Tomorrow:

86.1°F

Sunrise:

06:15

Sunset:

18:22

Day Length:

12 h. 7 min.

Negombo in March

Minimum:

81.4°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

84.0°F

Sea water temperature in Negombo today

As of now, in Negombo, the water temperature is 86.1°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 0.8°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 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 86.7°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 84.1°F on 2023.

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 86.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Negombo

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 6	83.4°F	84.7°F	84.3°F
Mar 7	83.7°F	85.5°F	84.4°F
Mar 8	83.8°F	85.9°F	84.6°F
Mar 9	84.2°F	85.7°F	84.7°F
Mar 10	84.7°F	85.2°F	84.7°F
Mar 11	85.0°F	84.9°F	84.9°F
Mar 12	84.6°F	84.9°F	84.8°F
Mar 13	84.5°F	84.6°F	84.9°F
Mar 14	84.5°F	85.1°F	85.1°F
Mar 15	85.2°F	85.0°F	85.1°F
Mar 16	85.2°F	85.1°F	85.0°F
Mar 17	85.3°F	85.7°F	85.2°F
Mar 18	86.6°F	85.6°F	85.4°F
Mar 19	86.0°F	85.3°F	85.3°F
Mar 20	86.1°F	85.8°F	85.4°F
Mar 21	86.1°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Mar 22	86.4°F	85.7°F	85.6°F
Mar 23	86.5°F	86.4°F	85.7°F
Mar 24	86.4°F	86.3°F	85.6°F
Mar 25	86.4°F	86.2°F	85.7°F
Mar 26	86.6°F	86.0°F	85.8°F
Mar 27	86.6°F	85.9°F	85.9°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 Negombo by month

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

The warmest water in Negombo was recorded on May 5, 2024, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 27, 2018, dipping to 78.9°F. The average readings by season are 82.9°F in Winter, 85.9°F in Spring, 82.9°F in Summer, and 83.4°F in Autumn.