What is the current water temperature in Dar es Salaam?

As of now, in Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is 27.28°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Dar es Salaam

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Dar es Salaam. 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.

81.1

°F

October 15, 19:25

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

80.9°F

Tomorrow:

81.1°F

Sunrise:

06:01

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

12 h. 15 min.

Dar es Salaam in October

Minimum:

82.1°F

Average:

83.7°F

Maximum:

84.8°F

Sea water temperature in Dar es Salaam today

As of now, in Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is 81.1°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.9°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 closely matches the previous two weeks' average, indicating a stable trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 78.3°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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 81.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Dar es Salaam

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 1	80.9°F	79.5°F	79.6°F
Oct 2	80.7°F	79.4°F	79.6°F
Oct 3	81.0°F	79.7°F	79.8°F
Oct 4	81.6°F	79.5°F	79.9°F
Oct 5	81.8°F	79.1°F	79.8°F
Oct 6	81.6°F	79.1°F	80.0°F
Oct 7	81.1°F	79.3°F	79.9°F
Oct 8	81.1°F	79.0°F	79.9°F
Oct 9	81.3°F	79.3°F	79.9°F
Oct 10	81.2°F	79.4°F	79.9°F
Oct 11	80.9°F	79.8°F	80.0°F
Oct 12	81.1°F	80.0°F	80.2°F
Oct 13	81.2°F	80.1°F	80.3°F
Oct 14	80.9°F	79.8°F	80.3°F
Oct 15	81.1°F	79.8°F	80.2°F
Oct 16	81.1°F	80.1°F	80.2°F
Oct 17	81.0°F	80.2°F	80.2°F
Oct 18	81.0°F	80.0°F	80.1°F
Oct 19	81.1°F	80.5°F	80.3°F
Oct 20	81.1°F	80.3°F	80.3°F
Oct 21	81.2°F	80.7°F	80.4°F
Oct 22	81.5°F	80.7°F	80.6°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 Dar es Salaam by month

In Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Dar es Salaam was recorded on March 13, 2024, reaching a 87.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 6, 2022, dipping to 76.8°F. The average readings by season are 83.7°F in Winter, 83.7°F in Spring, 79.1°F in Summer, and 80.4°F in Autumn.