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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.
Sea temperature in Dar es Salaam now

83.7

°F

May 6, 14:50

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

84.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.6°F

Sunrise:

06:24

Sunset:

18:15

Day Length:

11 h. 51 min.

Dar es Salaam in May

Minimum:

83.0°F

Average:

84.1°F

Maximum:

84.8°F

Sea water temperature in Dar es Salaam today

As of now, in Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is 83.7°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 0.6°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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.5°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 81.9°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 83.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Dar es Salaam

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 22 83.7°F 84.0°F 83.6°F
Apr 23 83.9°F 84.0°F 83.6°F
Apr 24 83.8°F 83.5°F 83.4°F
Apr 25 84.1°F 83.7°F 83.5°F
Apr 26 84.2°F 83.4°F 83.5°F
Apr 27 84.2°F 83.4°F 83.5°F
Apr 28 84.0°F 83.3°F 83.4°F
Apr 29 83.8°F 83.3°F 83.5°F
Apr 30 83.9°F 83.2°F 83.4°F
May 1 83.8°F 83.0°F 83.3°F
May 2 84.1°F 83.2°F 83.2°F
May 3 84.0°F 83.4°F 83.3°F
May 4 83.9°F 83.0°F 83.2°F
May 5 84.0°F 83.1°F 83.3°F
May 6 83.7°F 83.1°F 83.1°F
May 7 83.6°F 83.1°F 83.0°F
May 8 83.3°F 83.2°F 82.7°F
May 9 83.4°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
May 10 83.2°F 83.0°F 82.6°F
May 11 83.2°F 83.0°F 82.6°F
May 12 82.9°F 82.7°F 82.3°F
May 13 82.8°F 82.3°F 82.2°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 80.3°F in Autumn.