What is the current water temperature in Lunenburg?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Lunenburg?

As of now, in Lunenburg, the water temperature is 5.55°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 Lunenburg

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Lunenburg. 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.

42.0

°F

May 2, 01:37

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

41.2°F

Tomorrow:

41.8°F

Sunrise:

06:07

Sunset:

20:22

Day Length:

14 h. 15 min.

Lunenburg in May

Minimum:

36.6°F

Average:

38.7°F

Maximum:

41.2°F

Sea water temperature in Lunenburg today

As of now, in Lunenburg, the water temperature is 42.0°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 fall 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 46.0°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 39.0°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 43.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 41.8°F, while the maximum might reach 44.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Lunenburg

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 18	37.7°F	38.1°F	39.0°F
Apr 19	37.2°F	38.9°F	39.3°F
Apr 20	38.6°F	38.9°F	39.5°F
Apr 21	38.1°F	38.9°F	39.6°F
Apr 22	39.2°F	39.6°F	39.8°F
Apr 23	40.0°F	39.3°F	40.1°F
Apr 24	39.1°F	42.9°F	40.4°F
Apr 25	40.7°F	41.2°F	40.4°F
Apr 26	40.8°F	42.4°F	40.6°F
Apr 27	41.9°F	41.8°F	40.5°F
Apr 28	41.2°F	41.5°F	40.5°F
Apr 29	42.3°F	43.6°F	40.9°F
Apr 30	42.0°F	41.5°F	40.9°F
May 1	41.2°F	42.1°F	40.8°F
May 2	42.0°F	42.6°F	41.6°F
May 3	41.8°F	42.0°F	41.4°F
May 4	42.4°F	43.4°F	42.0°F
May 5	42.3°F	45.1°F	41.9°F
May 6	43.0°F	46.1°F	42.6°F
May 7	43.6°F	46.9°F	43.2°F
May 8	43.9°F	45.0°F	43.5°F
May 9	44.2°F	44.5°F	43.8°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 Lunenburg by month

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

The warmest water in Lunenburg was recorded on July 29, 2023, reaching a 71.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 23, 2025, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 38.0°F in Winter, 39.5°F in Spring, 58.8°F in Summer, and 56.5°F in Autumn.