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 29.03°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.

84.3

°F

July 9, 18:01

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.5°F

Tomorrow:

84.1°F

Sunrise:

06:00

Sunset:

18:31

Day Length:

12 h. 31 min.

Negombo in July

Minimum:

82.0°F

Average:

82.8°F

Maximum:

84.7°F

Sea water temperature in Negombo today

As of now, in Negombo, the water temperature is 84.3°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 1.3°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.2°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 81.4°F on 2018.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.9°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
Jun 25	84.5°F	84.1°F	83.6°F
Jun 26	83.3°F	83.8°F	83.5°F
Jun 27	83.2°F	83.6°F	83.6°F
Jun 28	83.5°F	83.6°F	83.6°F
Jun 29	83.4°F	84.5°F	83.8°F
Jun 30	83.9°F	85.6°F	83.8°F
Jul 1	84.7°F	84.7°F	83.6°F
Jul 2	84.5°F	84.6°F	83.5°F
Jul 3	85.0°F	84.7°F	83.5°F
Jul 4	84.2°F	84.3°F	83.4°F
Jul 5	85.1°F	84.0°F	83.5°F
Jul 6	84.5°F	83.8°F	83.3°F
Jul 7	85.3°F	83.4°F	83.3°F
Jul 8	84.5°F	83.3°F	83.2°F
Jul 9	84.3°F	83.0°F	83.0°F
Jul 10	84.1°F	83.7°F	82.9°F
Jul 11	84.0°F	83.0°F	82.7°F
Jul 12	83.8°F	82.8°F	82.5°F
Jul 13	83.9°F	83.9°F	82.7°F
Jul 14	84.0°F	83.7°F	82.7°F
Jul 15	84.1°F	83.5°F	82.8°F
Jul 16	83.8°F	83.2°F	82.5°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 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 83.0°F in Winter, 85.8°F in Spring, 82.9°F in Summer, and 83.4°F in Autumn.