What is the current water temperature in Basse-Terre?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Basse-Terre?

As of now, in Basse-Terre, the water temperature is 28.46°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 Basse-Terre

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Basse-Terre. 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.

83.2

°F

April 29, 22:26

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.2°F

Sunrise:

05:43

Sunset:

18:25

Day Length:

12 h. 42 min.

Basse-Terre in May

Minimum:

80.1°F

Average:

81.1°F

Maximum:

82.1°F

Sea water temperature in Basse-Terre today

As of now, in Basse-Terre, the water temperature is 83.2°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 2.0°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

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 maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 82.6°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 80.5°F on 2018.

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 83.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Basse-Terre

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 15	82.5°F	79.9°F	80.8°F
Apr 16	82.7°F	80.1°F	81.0°F
Apr 17	82.6°F	80.2°F	81.0°F
Apr 18	82.7°F	80.2°F	80.9°F
Apr 19	82.7°F	80.3°F	81.0°F
Apr 20	82.8°F	80.5°F	81.0°F
Apr 21	82.8°F	80.5°F	81.0°F
Apr 22	83.4°F	80.4°F	81.2°F
Apr 23	83.7°F	80.7°F	81.2°F
Apr 24	83.4°F	81.0°F	81.3°F
Apr 25	83.5°F	80.9°F	81.2°F
Apr 26	83.3°F	80.9°F	81.3°F
Apr 27	83.0°F	81.0°F	81.3°F
Apr 28	83.4°F	81.5°F	81.4°F
Apr 29	83.2°F	81.8°F	81.2°F
Apr 30	83.2°F	82.0°F	81.2°F
May 1	83.2°F	82.4°F	81.2°F
May 2	83.3°F	82.7°F	81.3°F
May 3	83.4°F	82.8°F	81.3°F
May 4	83.4°F	82.9°F	81.4°F
May 5	83.5°F	82.7°F	81.5°F
May 6	83.5°F	82.2°F	81.4°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 Basse-Terre by month

In Basse-Terre, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.

The warmest water in Basse-Terre was recorded on September 20, 2023, reaching a 87.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 9, 2019, dipping to 79.0°F. The average readings by season are 81.0°F in Winter, 80.8°F in Spring, 83.0°F in Summer, and 84.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Port-Louis	82.9°F	32mi
Plymouth	83.1°F	58mi
Brades	82.9°F	63mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Basse-Terre