The most detailed information about the water temperature in Port Elizabeth in Indian Ocean (Eastern 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 Port Elizabeth for a week.
Water temperature in Port Elizabeth right now
data updated 10 minutes ago67°F
yesterday: 67°F
a week ago: 68°F
Trend: stability
Today water temperature in Port Elizabeth is 67.6°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 67°F.
Analysis and forecast
The water temperature today roughly corresponds to the average value 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 Port Elizabeth in March is from 62 to 77 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Port Elizabeth 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 66°F.
Table of water temperature values in Port Elizabeth
Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
Mar 21 | 19.7°C | 20.3°C | |
Mar 22 | 19.9°C | 20.3°C | |
Mar 23 | 20.4°C | 20.3°C | |
Mar 24 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Mar 25 | 20.6°C | 20.0°C | |
Mar 26 | 20.7°C | 21.0°C | |
Mar 27 | 19.7°C | 19.5°C | |
Mar 28 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Mar 29 | 20.0°C | 20.0°C | |
Mar 30 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Mar 31 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Apr 1 | 19.5°C | 19.5°C | |
Apr 2 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Apr 3 | 19.8°C | 19.8°C | |
Apr 4 | 19.8°C | 19.8°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 Port Elizabeth
Water temperature in Port Elizabeth by month
Port Elizabeth located in the southern hemisphere, at latitude 33 degrees. The water temperature is comfortable for swimming here in 8 months of the year: in January, in February, in March, in April, in May, in June, in October, In November, In December. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Port Elizabeth is 67°F, by the seasons: in winter 65°F, in spring 66°F, in summer 69°F, in autumn 67°F. Minimum water temperature (62°F) in Port Elizabeth it happens in September, maximum (71°F) in January.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Port Elizabeth changes in each specific month:
Port Elizabeth: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
City | Water* | Distance** |
Summerstrand | 66°C | 15km |
Maitland Beach | 66°C | 32km |
Jeffreys Bay | 66°C | 68km |
Cape St Francis | 67°C | 81km |
Cannon Rocks | 67°C | 88km |
Oyster Bay | 66°C | 95km |
Kenton-on-Sea | 68°C | 100km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in South Africa recorded in Richards Bay, its value is 78°F. Lowest - in Hondeklip Bay, there water temperature now 55°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 67°F.
Water temperature data in Port Elizabeth 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 12 kilometers. This is Port Elizabeth (PLZ) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Port Elizabeth: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Port Elizabeth
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