What is the current water temperature in Río Gallegos?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Río Gallegos?

As of now, in Río Gallegos, the water temperature is 3.41°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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Water temperature in Río Gallegos

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Río Gallegos. 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.

38.1

°F

August 29, 16:19

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

38.8°F

Tomorrow:

38.1°F

Sunrise:

08:21

Sunset:

18:56

Day Length:

10 h. 35 min.

Río Gallegos in September

Minimum:

52.0°F

Average:

54.4°F

Maximum:

59.1°F

Sea water temperature in Río Gallegos today

As of now, in Río Gallegos, the water temperature is 38.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 0.5°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

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 39.1°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 36.0°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 38.4°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Río Gallegos

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 15	36.6°F	35.5°F	36.9°F
Aug 16	35.5°F	35.3°F	36.5°F
Aug 17	35.0°F	34.5°F	36.4°F
Aug 18	34.7°F	36.2°F	36.4°F
Aug 19	35.0°F	36.0°F	36.3°F
Aug 20	35.3°F	36.7°F	36.5°F
Aug 21	36.7°F	36.7°F	36.8°F
Aug 22	36.9°F	36.9°F	36.8°F
Aug 23	37.4°F	37.5°F	36.9°F
Aug 24	37.3°F	38.0°F	37.0°F
Aug 25	37.3°F	37.0°F	37.0°F
Aug 26	37.4°F	37.1°F	37.1°F
Aug 27	36.9°F	37.3°F	37.2°F
Aug 28	38.8°F	37.6°F	37.5°F
Aug 29	38.1°F	37.7°F	37.6°F
Aug 30	38.1°F	37.3°F	37.6°F
Aug 31	38.2°F	37.5°F	37.7°F
Sep 1	38.2°F	37.6°F	37.7°F
Sep 2	38.4°F	38.7°F	37.8°F
Sep 3	38.4°F	38.2°F	37.9°F
Sep 4	38.7°F	39.3°F	38.1°F
Sep 5	38.9°F	40.2°F	38.4°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 Río Gallegos by month

In an average year, Río Gallegos offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Río Gallegos was recorded on January 23, 2023, reaching a 59.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on July 28, 2022, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 53.9°F in Winter, 47.5°F in Spring, 37.0°F in Summer, and 44.2°F in Autumn.