The most detailed information about the water temperature in Plettenberg Bay in Indian Ocean (Western Cape, South Africa). Forecast of changes in water temperature for the next 10 days. Statistics by months for recent years. Information about the neighboring resorts. Weather forecast in Plettenberg Bay for a week.
Water temperature in Plettenberg Bay right now
data updated 16 minutes ago67°F
yesterday: 66°F
a week ago: 66°F
Trend: stability
Today water temperature in Plettenberg Bay is 67.5°F. This water is cool and invigorating, but for many people it is already comfortable enough for swimming. In general, this temperature is considered normal, but if your circulation is impaired, the water may still feel cool. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 74°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today is slightly higher than the average on this day in recent years. Its value has rise over the last week, but has drop compared to 20 days ago. Exactly a year ago, on this day, the water temperature in this location was 66°F. Water temperature range in Plettenberg Bay in March is from 60 to 71 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Plettenberg Bay will move in different directions, in the coming days the water will become warmer, but after 10 days it will still get a little colder to 67°F.
Table of water temperature values in Plettenberg Bay
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Mar 21 | 19.4°C | 19.0°C | |
Mar 22 | 19.7°C | 19.3°C | |
Mar 23 | 19.6°C | 19.5°C | |
Mar 24 | 19.8°C | 19.5°C | |
Mar 25 | 19.6°C | 19.0°C | |
Mar 26 | 19.5°C | 19.3°C | |
Mar 27 | 19.0°C | 18.5°C | |
Mar 28 | 19.7°C | 18.0°C | |
Mar 29 | 18.0°C | 19.7°C | |
Mar 30 | 18.0°C | 19.7°C | |
Mar 31 | 18.3°C | 20.0°C | |
Apr 1 | 19.0°C | 20.8°C | |
Apr 2 | 19.0°C | 20.8°C | |
Apr 3 | 19.0°C | 20.8°C | |
Apr 4 | 18.5°C | 20.2°C |
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in past years
*** Forecast - Our forecast for the water temperature
Actual nearshore temperatures may vary by several degrees from the indicated values. This is noticeable after heavy rain or after prolonged periods of strong winds. Some downstream winds cause cold, deep waters to replace surface waters that have been warmed by the sun.
To develop a forecast, we use our own mathematical model, which takes into account the current change in water temperature, historical data and the main weather trends, wind strength and direction, air temperature in each specific region. We also take into account data for other resorts in South Africa.
Annual graph of average water temperature change in Plettenberg Bay
Water temperature in Plettenberg Bay by month
Plettenberg Bay located in the southern hemisphere, at latitude 34 degrees. The water temperature is comfortable for swimming here in 5 months of the year: in January, in February, in March, in October, In November, In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Plettenberg Bay is 64°F, by the seasons: in winter 62°F, in spring 64°F, in summer 68°F, in autumn 64°F. Minimum water temperature (58°F) in Plettenberg Bay it happens in May, maximum (73°F) In December.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Plettenberg Bay changes in each specific month:
Plettenberg Bay: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Keurboomstrand | 66°C | 7km |
Nature's Valley | 67°C | 19km |
Knysna | 67°C | 30km |
Brenton-on-Sea | 67°C | 32km |
Buffels Bay | 66°C | 37km |
Tsitsikamma | 67°C | 48km |
Sedgefield | 66°C | 53km |
Victoria Bay | 67°C | 76km |
Eersterivierstrand | 66°C | 77km |
Herolds Bay | 66°C | 90km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in South Africa recorded in Richards Bay, its value is 79°F. Lowest - in Hondeklip Bay, there water temperature now 55°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 67°F.
Water temperature data in Plettenberg Bay and neighboring towns and resorts collected from various sources, using buoys, using satellite maps of sea, river and lake surfaces of the NOAA agency.
We use data from various local authorities in each specific location of the world to more accurately reflect temperature values.
The nearest airport is located in a 5 kilometers. This is Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Plettenberg Bay: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Plettenberg Bay
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