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South China Sea water temperature

South China Sea, Da Nang My Khe · Sea/Coast

The current water temperature at South China Sea is 31.2 °C (as of September 1, 2026, source: Open-Meteo marine model).

The sea lags the air by weeks: the warmest water often arrives after the warmest days. Measured buoy values show this honestly.

31.2 °C
Measured: September 1, 2026 · continuously updated
💧 Water 31.2° · ☀️ Air 26.0° · high today 28.1°
Temperature trend of recent weeks
South China Sea
Photo: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Measurement series & statistics

This measurement series includes 595 data points since July 3, 2026.

Lowest recorded value: 30.1 °C on July 7, 2026 · highest value: 32.2 °C on August 28, 2026.

Nearby waters

More measuring points: South China Sea

Frequently asked questions

Can you swim at South China Sea right now?
The current water temperature is 31.2 °C. See live swimming conditions, weather and quality in the BrrChecker app.

How warm is the water at South China Sea?
Currently 31.2 °C (updated continuously).

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