What is the current water temperature in Dubai?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Dubai?

As of now, in Dubai, the water temperature is 21.74°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 Dubai

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Dubai. 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.

71.1

°F

January 15, 19:57

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

71.3°F

Tomorrow:

70.9°F

Sunrise:

07:06

Sunset:

17:51

Day Length:

10 h. 45 min.

Dubai in January

Minimum:

72.7°F

Average:

74.2°F

Maximum:

76.6°F

Sea water temperature in Dubai today

As of now, in Dubai, the water temperature is 71.1°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 1.0°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 73.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 70.9°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 70.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Dubai

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 1	73.5°F	76.6°F	74.2°F
Jan 2	73.7°F	76.8°F	74.3°F
Jan 3	73.5°F	76.5°F	74.2°F
Jan 4	73.1°F	76.3°F	74.0°F
Jan 5	72.6°F	76.0°F	73.7°F
Jan 6	72.0°F	75.4°F	73.4°F
Jan 7	71.8°F	75.1°F	73.1°F
Jan 8	71.6°F	74.6°F	72.9°F
Jan 9	71.2°F	74.4°F	72.6°F
Jan 10	70.9°F	74.2°F	72.5°F
Jan 11	71.1°F	74.2°F	72.4°F
Jan 12	71.3°F	74.0°F	72.4°F
Jan 13	71.6°F	73.7°F	72.2°F
Jan 14	71.3°F	73.9°F	72.1°F
Jan 15	71.1°F	73.9°F	72.1°F
Jan 16	70.9°F	73.6°F	71.9°F
Jan 17	71.0°F	73.9°F	72.0°F
Jan 18	70.8°F	74.0°F	71.8°F
Jan 19	70.7°F	73.9°F	71.7°F
Jan 20	70.7°F	74.1°F	71.7°F
Jan 21	70.5°F	73.8°F	71.5°F
Jan 22	70.2°F	73.4°F	71.2°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 Dubai by month

In Dubai, almost every month besides January and February is comfortable for swimming. Which amounts to 297 swimming days.

The warmest water in Dubai was recorded on August 5, 2024, reaching a 95.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 31, 2020, dipping to 68.1°F. The average readings by season are 73.3°F in Winter, 78.7°F in Spring, 91.9°F in Summer, and 87.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Sharjah	71.4°F	19mi
Ajman City	71.5°F	25mi
Abu Dhabi	69.5°F	72mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dubai