What is the current water temperature in Kampala?

As of now, in Kampala, the water temperature is 26.02°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.

78.8

°F

March 21, 23:29

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

78.8°F

Tomorrow:

78.7°F

Sunrise:

06:54

Sunset:

19:00

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 78.8°F. It's safe to say that the water is comfortably warm for various water-related activities. Today's reading is 0.8°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 fall a bit.

Recent water 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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 81.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 78.2°F on 2023.

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
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	79.5°F
Mar 12	78.2°F	80.6°F	79.5°F
Mar 13	77.8°F	80.5°F	79.4°F
Mar 14	77.7°F	80.5°F	79.6°F
Mar 15	78.0°F	80.7°F	79.6°F
Mar 16	77.9°F	80.7°F	79.5°F
Mar 17	78.7°F	80.5°F	79.6°F
Mar 18	78.8°F	80.1°F	79.7°F
Mar 19	78.9°F	80.0°F	79.6°F
Mar 20	78.8°F	79.8°F	79.6°F
Mar 21	78.8°F	79.7°F	79.6°F
Mar 22	78.7°F	79.8°F	79.5°F
Mar 23	78.6°F	79.3°F	79.4°F
Mar 24	78.5°F	79.3°F	79.3°F
Mar 25	78.5°F	79.4°F	79.3°F
Mar 26	78.6°F	79.6°F	79.4°F
Mar 27	78.5°F	79.8°F	79.3°F
Mar 28	78.5°F	79.8°F	79.3°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.

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.