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Water temperature in Mombasa

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Mombasa. 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.
Sea temperature in Mombasa now

83.2

°F

May 6, 01:04

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.0°F

Sunrise:

06:19

Sunset:

18:16

Day Length:

11 h. 57 min.

Mombasa in May

Minimum:

80.6°F

Average:

82.7°F

Maximum:

84.3°F

Sea water temperature in Mombasa today

As of now, in Mombasa, 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 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 fall a bit.

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 aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 84.3°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 82.0°F on 2014.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 82.7°F, the minimum temperature may reach 82.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 83.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Mombasa

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 22 84.7°F 84.3°F 84.2°F
Apr 23 84.4°F 84.3°F 84.1°F
Apr 24 84.2°F 84.1°F 83.9°F
Apr 25 84.2°F 84.0°F 84.0°F
Apr 26 83.9°F 84.0°F 83.8°F
Apr 27 83.9°F 83.5°F 83.8°F
Apr 28 84.3°F 83.5°F 83.8°F
Apr 29 83.9°F 83.3°F 83.6°F
Apr 30 83.5°F 83.3°F 83.6°F
May 1 84.0°F 83.2°F 83.7°F
May 2 83.8°F 83.0°F 83.7°F
May 3 84.0°F 83.0°F 83.5°F
May 4 83.9°F 82.8°F 83.4°F
May 5 83.4°F 83.0°F 83.2°F
May 6 83.2°F 83.1°F 83.0°F
May 7 83.0°F 83.2°F 82.8°F
May 8 82.8°F 82.7°F 82.7°F
May 9 82.7°F 82.7°F 82.5°F
May 10 82.6°F 82.3°F 82.4°F
May 11 82.5°F 82.6°F 82.4°F
May 12 82.6°F 82.5°F 82.5°F
May 13 82.5°F 82.9°F 82.3°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 Mombasa by month

In Mombasa, the water temperature is comfortable for swimming all year round.
The warmest water in Mombasa was recorded on March 18, 2024, reaching a 87.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 15, 2022, dipping to 76.5°F. The average readings by season are 82.3°F in Winter, 83.6°F in Spring, 79.0°F in Summer, and 80.1°F in Autumn.