What is the current water temperature in Papeete?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Papeete?

As of now, in Papeete, the water temperature is 28.55°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 Papeete

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Papeete. 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.

83.4

°F

May 5, 05:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.4°F

Sunrise:

06:13

Sunset:

17:37

Day Length:

11 h. 24 min.

Papeete in May

Minimum:

81.7°F

Average:

83.2°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Papeete today

As of now, in Papeete, the water temperature is 83.4°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 about the same as 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 water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.0°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 82.1°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 83.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Papeete

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 21	84.1°F	83.9°F	83.9°F
Apr 22	84.0°F	84.0°F	83.9°F
Apr 23	83.5°F	84.0°F	83.9°F
Apr 24	83.9°F	84.1°F	83.9°F
Apr 25	84.0°F	84.0°F	83.9°F
Apr 26	83.9°F	83.9°F	83.8°F
Apr 27	84.0°F	83.8°F	83.7°F
Apr 28	84.1°F	83.7°F	83.8°F
Apr 29	83.8°F	83.8°F	83.7°F
Apr 30	83.7°F	84.0°F	83.7°F
May 1	83.6°F	84.0°F	83.6°F
May 2	83.4°F	83.9°F	83.6°F
May 3	83.4°F	83.8°F	83.5°F
May 4	83.4°F	84.0°F	83.4°F
May 5	83.4°F	83.8°F	83.4°F
May 6	83.4°F	83.6°F	83.4°F
May 7	83.4°F	83.8°F	83.4°F
May 8	83.4°F	83.7°F	83.3°F
May 9	83.4°F	83.6°F	83.3°F
May 10	83.3°F	83.6°F	83.3°F
May 11	83.4°F	83.7°F	83.3°F
May 12	83.4°F	83.6°F	83.3°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.

Sea water temperature in Papeete by month

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

The warmest water in Papeete was recorded on April 9, 2016, reaching a 86.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on September 13, 2015, dipping to 78.4°F. The average readings by season are 83.2°F in Winter, 83.8°F in Spring, 80.9°F in Summer, and 80.6°F in Autumn.