What is the current water temperature in Kampala?

As of now, in Kampala, the water temperature is 25.79°C. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities.

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Water temperature in Kampala

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kampala. 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.

78.4

°F

March 11, 14:00

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

78.5°F

Tomorrow:

78.5°F

Sunrise:

06:57

Sunset:

19:03

Day Length:

12 h. 6 min.

Kampala in March

Minimum:

77.1°F

Average:

78.5°F

Maximum:

79.5°F

Water temperature in Kampala today

As of now, in Kampala, the water temperature is 78.4°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 1.2°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent water 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.7°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 78.7°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 78.5°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Kampala

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Feb 25	77.1°F	80.9°F	79.2°F
Feb 26	76.9°F	80.6°F	79.1°F
Feb 27	76.3°F	80.5°F	79.1°F
Feb 28	76.5°F	80.4°F	79.0°F
Mar 1	76.7°F	81.0°F	79.2°F
Mar 2	77.1°F	81.4°F	79.2°F
Mar 3	77.3°F	81.4°F	79.3°F
Mar 4	77.1°F	81.0°F	79.2°F
Mar 5	77.1°F	81.0°F	79.1°F
Mar 6	77.3°F	80.6°F	79.2°F
Mar 7	77.3°F	80.2°F	79.2°F
Mar 8	76.9°F	81.3°F	79.4°F
Mar 9	78.6°F	81.1°F	79.5°F
Mar 10	78.5°F	80.9°F	79.5°F
Mar 11	78.4°F	80.8°F	79.6°F
Mar 12	78.5°F	80.6°F	79.7°F
Mar 13	78.4°F	80.5°F	79.6°F
Mar 14	78.6°F	80.5°F	79.8°F
Mar 15	78.5°F	80.7°F	79.7°F
Mar 16	78.5°F	80.7°F	79.6°F
Mar 17	78.5°F	80.5°F	79.7°F
Mar 18	78.6°F	80.1°F	79.8°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.

Water temperature in Kampala by month

In Kampala, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Kampala was recorded on March 19, 2024, reaching a 82.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 23, 2018, dipping to 74.9°F. The average readings by season are 78.4°F in Winter, 79.1°F in Spring, 76.9°F in Summer, and 77.8°F in Autumn.