What is the current water temperature in George Town?

Q: What is the current water temperature in George Town?

As of now, in George Town, the water temperature is 31.38°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 George Town

Detailed information about the current water temperature in George Town. 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.

88.5

°F

May 6, 02:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

88.5°F

Tomorrow:

88.5°F

Sunrise:

07:05

Sunset:

19:25

Day Length:

12 h. 20 min.

George Town in May

Minimum:

84.0°F

Average:

84.6°F

Maximum:

85.4°F

Sea water temperature in George Town today

As of now, in George Town, the water temperature is 88.5°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 1.4°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 88.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 86.2°F on 2021.

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 maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 88.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in George Town

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 22	88.1°F	86.1°F	87.0°F
Apr 23	87.8°F	86.4°F	87.1°F
Apr 24	87.6°F	86.4°F	87.0°F
Apr 25	87.4°F	86.3°F	86.9°F
Apr 26	87.2°F	86.3°F	86.7°F
Apr 27	88.9°F	86.2°F	87.0°F
Apr 28	88.6°F	86.2°F	87.0°F
Apr 29	88.4°F	86.2°F	87.1°F
Apr 30	88.3°F	86.2°F	87.1°F
May 1	88.1°F	86.2°F	87.1°F
May 2	87.7°F	85.9°F	86.8°F
May 3	87.5°F	86.4°F	87.0°F
May 4	87.3°F	86.4°F	87.0°F
May 5	88.5°F	86.5°F	87.1°F
May 6	88.5°F	86.7°F	87.1°F
May 7	88.5°F	86.6°F	87.1°F
May 8	88.4°F	86.7°F	87.0°F
May 9	88.4°F	86.8°F	87.0°F
May 10	88.5°F	87.1°F	87.1°F
May 11	88.7°F	88.1°F	87.3°F
May 12	88.9°F	88.8°F	87.5°F
May 13	88.9°F	88.5°F	87.5°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 George Town by month

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

The warmest water in George Town was recorded on April 5, 2024, reaching a 89.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 21, 2014, dipping to 81.4°F. The average readings by season are 84.8°F in Winter, 86.7°F in Spring, 86.5°F in Summer, and 85.4°F in Autumn.