What is the current water temperature in Sousse?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Sousse?

As of now, in Sousse, the water temperature is 30.4°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 Sousse

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Sousse. 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.

86.7

°F

September 1, 12:17

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

87.1°F

Tomorrow:

86.8°F

Sunrise:

05:49

Sunset:

18:46

Day Length:

12 h. 57 min.

Sousse in September

Minimum:

60.6°F

Average:

61.9°F

Maximum:

63.9°F

Sea water temperature in Sousse today

As of now, in Sousse, the water temperature is 86.7°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 5.1°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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 79.7°F on 2016.

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 86.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Sousse

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 18	86.1°F	82.6°F	82.4°F
Aug 19	86.1°F	83.2°F	82.4°F
Aug 20	85.7°F	83.4°F	82.4°F
Aug 21	85.5°F	82.7°F	82.5°F
Aug 22	85.4°F	82.4°F	82.4°F
Aug 23	85.4°F	82.3°F	82.3°F
Aug 24	85.0°F	82.4°F	82.2°F
Aug 25	86.1°F	82.1°F	82.3°F
Aug 26	85.8°F	82.4°F	82.3°F
Aug 27	86.2°F	82.4°F	82.4°F
Aug 28	87.5°F	82.5°F	82.5°F
Aug 29	87.5°F	82.4°F	82.4°F
Aug 30	87.1°F	82.4°F	82.3°F
Aug 31	87.1°F	82.2°F	82.2°F
Sep 1	86.7°F	82.2°F	81.6°F
Sep 2	86.8°F	82.7°F	81.7°F
Sep 3	86.6°F	82.2°F	81.5°F
Sep 4	86.4°F	81.4°F	81.3°F
Sep 5	86.4°F	81.6°F	81.2°F
Sep 6	86.2°F	81.6°F	81.1°F
Sep 7	86.1°F	81.5°F	81.0°F
Sep 8	86.3°F	81.7°F	81.1°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 Sousse by month

In Sousse, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 142 swimming days.

The warmest water in Sousse was recorded on August 28, 2026, reaching a 87.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 27, 2019, dipping to 56.6°F. The average readings by season are 61.7°F in Winter, 62.9°F in Spring, 78.6°F in Summer, and 75.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Port el Kantaoui	86.8°F	5mi
Skanes	86.8°F	9mi
Monastir	86.9°F	11mi
Mahdia	87.1°F	33mi
La Goulette	86.5°F	71mi
Tunis	86.5°F	73mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Sousse