The most detailed information about the water temperature in Richards Bay in Indian Ocean (Kwazulu Natal, 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 Richards Bay for a week.
Water temperature in Richards Bay right now
data updated 28 minutes ago76°F
yesterday: 76°F
a week ago: 75°F
Trend: slow rise
Today water temperature in Richards Bay is 76.3°F. It is the most comfortable swimming water in any body of water, especially on a hot day. This temperature range is recognized as the most optimal for prolonged bathing. In any case, the general weather is also important. So, the air temperature at the same time will reach 69°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 77°F. Water temperature range in Richards Bay in April is from 71 to 80 degrees.
According to our forecast, the water temperature in Richards Bay will slowly rise for at least the next 10 days and reach a value of 78°F.
Table of water temperature values in Richards Bay
| Day | Fact* | Average** | Forecast*** |
| Apr 20 | 24.4°C | 24.5°C | |
| Apr 21 | 25.0°C | 24.8°C | |
| Apr 22 | 24.6°C | 24.3°C | |
| Apr 23 | 24.1°C | 24.0°C | |
| Apr 24 | 23.9°C | 24.3°C | |
| Apr 25 | 24.8°C | 24.5°C | |
| Apr 26 | 24.6°C | 23.8°C | |
| Apr 27 | 24.6°C | 23.8°C | |
| Apr 28 | 23.5°C | 24.3°C | |
| Apr 29 | 23.5°C | 24.3°C | |
| Apr 30 | 23.8°C | 24.6°C | |
| May 1 | 24.0°C | 24.8°C | |
| May 2 | 24.3°C | 25.1°C | |
| May 3 | 24.8°C | 25.6°C | |
| May 4 | 24.0°C | 24.8°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 Richards Bay
Water temperature in Richards Bay by month
Richards Bay located in the southern hemisphere, at latitude 28 degrees. The swimming season in this location lasts all year round. Average annual water temperature on the coast in Richards Bay is 74°F, by the seasons: in winter 71°F, in spring 72°F, in summer 78°F, in autumn 77°F. Minimum water temperature (68°F) in Richards Bay it happens in July, maximum (81°F) in January.
You can find out detailed data on how the water temperature in Richards Bay changes in each specific month:
Richards Bay: general information and map
Neighboring cities and resorts
| City | Water* | Distance** |
| Tugela Mouth | 75°C | 71km |
** Straight line distance in kilometers
The warmest water today in South Africa recorded in Richards Bay, its value is 76°F. Lowest - in Port Nolloth, there water temperature now 54°F. Average water temperature in the country today - 63°F.
Water temperature data in Richards 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 6 kilometers. This is Richards Bay (RCB) airport. We have no information as to whether it is valid and what flights it receives or sends.
Richards Bay: weather forecast
The weather forecast is shown in local time in Richards Bay
16km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 94%
16km/hhumidity: 57%, clouds: 86%
15km/hhumidity: 59%, clouds: 90%
12km/hhumidity: 61%, clouds: 89%
7km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 94%
5km/hhumidity: 60%, clouds: 86%
4km/hhumidity: 58%, clouds: 88%
5km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 5%
7km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 5%
11km/hhumidity: 49%, clouds: 6%
16km/hhumidity: 47%, clouds: 33%
20km/hhumidity: 64%, clouds: 63%
16km/hhumidity: 74%, clouds: 35%
16km/hhumidity: 77%, clouds: 5%
17km/hhumidity: 81%, clouds: 37%
17km/hhumidity: 86%, clouds: 9%
19km/hhumidity: 75%, clouds: 7%
24km/hhumidity: 50%, clouds: 0%
23km/hhumidity: 45%, clouds: 0%
23km/hhumidity: 65%, clouds: 0%
22km/hhumidity: 73%, clouds: 0%
22km/hhumidity: 74%, clouds: 10%
20km/hhumidity: 79%, clouds: 6%
17km/hhumidity: 81%, clouds: 1%
16km/hhumidity: 69%, clouds: 1%
2km/hhumidity: 42%, clouds: 0%
8km/hhumidity: 34%, clouds: 0%
3km/hhumidity: 59%, clouds: 0%
7km/hhumidity: 52%, clouds: 0%
9km/hhumidity: 50%, clouds: 5%
10km/hhumidity: 48%, clouds: 2%
10km/hhumidity: 51%, clouds: 0%
15km/hhumidity: 74%, clouds: 0%
18km/hhumidity: 60%, clouds: 1%
23km/hhumidity: 70%, clouds: 2%
18km/hhumidity: 82%, clouds: 6%
