What is the current water temperature in Dar es Salaam?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Dar es Salaam?

As of now, in Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is 28.3°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 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.

82.9

°F

January 22, 11:27

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.0°F

Tomorrow:

83.0°F

Sunrise:

06:21

Sunset:

18:48

Day Length:

12 h. 27 min.

Dar es Salaam in January

Minimum:

82.9°F

Average:

84.0°F

Maximum:

85.5°F

Sea water temperature in Dar es Salaam today

As of now, in Dar es Salaam, the water temperature is 82.9°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 0.4°F lower 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 84.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 81.3°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 82.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Dar es Salaam

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 8	83.1°F	83.8°F	83.8°F
Jan 9	82.4°F	83.8°F	83.8°F
Jan 10	82.7°F	83.8°F	83.7°F
Jan 11	81.9°F	84.2°F	83.6°F
Jan 12	81.9°F	83.9°F	83.5°F
Jan 13	82.0°F	84.1°F	83.6°F
Jan 14	81.7°F	83.9°F	83.4°F
Jan 15	81.8°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Jan 16	81.9°F	83.6°F	83.4°F
Jan 17	81.8°F	83.4°F	83.5°F
Jan 18	81.9°F	83.7°F	83.5°F
Jan 19	82.4°F	84.1°F	83.4°F
Jan 20	82.6°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Jan 21	83.0°F	83.8°F	83.4°F
Jan 22	82.9°F	83.4°F	83.3°F
Jan 23	83.0°F	83.5°F	83.4°F
Jan 24	83.0°F	83.7°F	83.4°F
Jan 25	83.0°F	83.4°F	83.4°F
Jan 26	82.9°F	83.3°F	83.3°F
Jan 27	82.9°F	83.6°F	83.3°F
Jan 28	82.8°F	83.2°F	83.2°F
Jan 29	82.9°F	83.5°F	83.2°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.