What is the current water temperature in Fortaleza?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Fortaleza?

As of now, in Fortaleza, the water temperature is 29.56°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 Fortaleza

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Fortaleza. 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.

85.2

°F

May 3, 08:43

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

85.1°F

Tomorrow:

85.3°F

Sunrise:

05:32

Sunset:

17:30

Day Length:

11 h. 58 min.

Fortaleza in May

Minimum:

81.7°F

Average:

82.6°F

Maximum:

83.8°F

Sea water temperature in Fortaleza today

As of now, in Fortaleza, the water temperature is 85.2°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 1.2°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 reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.8°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 83.4°F on 2015.

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 85.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Fortaleza

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 19	85.8°F	83.8°F	84.4°F
Apr 20	85.5°F	84.4°F	84.4°F
Apr 21	85.2°F	84.3°F	84.4°F
Apr 22	85.0°F	84.7°F	84.3°F
Apr 23	84.9°F	84.8°F	84.2°F
Apr 24	85.5°F	84.7°F	84.3°F
Apr 25	85.4°F	84.6°F	84.3°F
Apr 26	85.6°F	84.3°F	84.2°F
Apr 27	85.3°F	84.1°F	84.1°F
Apr 28	85.2°F	84.0°F	84.2°F
Apr 29	85.1°F	84.1°F	84.1°F
Apr 30	85.0°F	84.1°F	84.1°F
May 1	85.0°F	84.2°F	84.2°F
May 2	85.1°F	84.1°F	84.1°F
May 3	85.2°F	84.0°F	84.0°F
May 4	85.3°F	84.4°F	84.1°F
May 5	85.4°F	84.8°F	84.2°F
May 6	85.4°F	84.9°F	84.2°F
May 7	85.3°F	85.0°F	84.1°F
May 8	85.3°F	84.8°F	84.1°F
May 9	85.3°F	85.1°F	84.1°F
May 10	85.2°F	84.8°F	84.1°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 Fortaleza by month

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

The warmest water in Fortaleza was recorded on April 16, 2024, reaching a 86.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 4, 2018, dipping to 79.2°F. The average readings by season are 82.9°F in Winter, 84.0°F in Spring, 81.4°F in Summer, and 81.1°F in Autumn.