What is the current water temperature in Sfax?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sfax?

As of now, in Sfax, the water temperature is 20.07°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Sfax

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sfax. 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.

68.1

°F

April 25, 05:23

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

68.0°F

Tomorrow:

68.1°F

Sunrise:

05:34

Sunset:

18:57

Day Length:

13 h. 23 min.

Sfax in May

Minimum:

58.1°F

Average:

59.6°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in Sfax today

As of now, in Sfax, the water temperature is 68.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.7°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 68.7°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 64.3°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 69.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 68.1°F, while the maximum might reach 70.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Sfax

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 11	65.3°F	68.4°F	64.3°F
Apr 12	65.0°F	68.1°F	64.4°F
Apr 13	65.2°F	67.8°F	64.7°F
Apr 14	65.1°F	67.5°F	64.6°F
Apr 15	66.0°F	67.1°F	64.6°F
Apr 16	66.7°F	66.7°F	64.8°F
Apr 17	67.7°F	65.7°F	65.1°F
Apr 18	67.4°F	65.9°F	65.1°F
Apr 19	68.4°F	66.7°F	65.5°F
Apr 20	68.8°F	66.5°F	65.7°F
Apr 21	69.3°F	66.2°F	65.8°F
Apr 22	67.6°F	65.8°F	65.6°F
Apr 23	67.2°F	65.9°F	65.9°F
Apr 24	68.0°F	65.5°F	66.3°F
Apr 25	68.1°F	65.1°F	66.4°F
Apr 26	68.1°F	65.3°F	66.4°F
Apr 27	68.5°F	64.7°F	66.8°F
Apr 28	68.8°F	65.2°F	67.1°F
Apr 29	69.1°F	65.1°F	67.4°F
Apr 30	69.2°F	65.2°F	67.4°F
May 1	69.6°F	65.9°F	67.9°F
May 2	70.0°F	67.5°F	68.3°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 Sfax by month

In Sfax, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 158 swimming days.

The warmest water in Sfax was recorded on July 26, 2023, reaching a 89.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 8, 2019, dipping to 54.1°F. The average readings by season are 59.5°F in Winter, 65.5°F in Spring, 81.7°F in Summer, and 76.3°F in Autumn.