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 11.7°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.

53.1

°F

December 22, 01:00

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

52.9°F

Tomorrow:

53.5°F

Sunrise:

05:16

Sunset:

21:56

Day Length:

16 h. 40 min.

Río Gallegos in December

Minimum:

51.9°F

Average:

53.7°F

Maximum:

54.8°F

Sea water temperature in Río Gallegos today

As of now, in Río Gallegos, the water temperature is 53.1°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 0.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

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 55.2°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 49.1°F on 2014.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 53.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 53.4°F, while the maximum might reach 54.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Río Gallegos

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 8	50.8°F	48.8°F	51.2°F
Dec 9	50.8°F	48.9°F	51.2°F
Dec 10	50.9°F	49.2°F	51.5°F
Dec 11	51.0°F	49.4°F	51.6°F
Dec 12	50.7°F	49.7°F	51.8°F
Dec 13	53.0°F	50.8°F	52.1°F
Dec 14	52.6°F	53.0°F	52.2°F
Dec 15	52.1°F	51.9°F	52.3°F
Dec 16	52.2°F	52.1°F	52.1°F
Dec 17	53.0°F	53.2°F	52.3°F
Dec 18	52.8°F	52.3°F	52.0°F
Dec 19	53.0°F	52.4°F	51.8°F
Dec 20	53.4°F	52.7°F	52.1°F
Dec 21	52.9°F	53.2°F	52.5°F
Dec 22	53.1°F	54.7°F	52.7°F
Dec 23	53.5°F	54.6°F	53.1°F
Dec 24	53.5°F	55.0°F	53.2°F
Dec 25	53.4°F	54.4°F	53.0°F
Dec 26	53.5°F	55.0°F	53.1°F
Dec 27	53.9°F	54.8°F	53.5°F
Dec 28	54.0°F	55.0°F	53.6°F
Dec 29	53.9°F	53.2°F	53.5°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 53.6°F in Winter, 47.4°F in Spring, 37.1°F in Summer, and 44.0°F in Autumn.