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Water temperature in Nanaimo

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Nanaimo. 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.
Sea temperature in Nanaimo now

62.8

°F

July 2, 05:19

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.7°F

Tomorrow:

63.0°F

Sunrise:

05:15

Sunset:

21:24

Day Length:

16 h. 9 min.

Nanaimo in July

Minimum:

43.4°F

Average:

45.0°F

Maximum:

46.6°F

Sea water temperature in Nanaimo today

As of now, in Nanaimo, the water temperature is 62.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.3°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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 falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 61.5°F on 2024.

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 minimum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 62.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Nanaimo

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 18 59.0°F 58.6°F 60.3°F
Jun 19 59.4°F 58.7°F 60.5°F
Jun 20 59.2°F 58.6°F 60.9°F
Jun 21 60.2°F 60.2°F 61.5°F
Jun 22 60.4°F 62.2°F 61.5°F
Jun 23 59.1°F 62.9°F 61.3°F
Jun 24 59.0°F 63.2°F 61.4°F
Jun 25 58.8°F 61.0°F 61.4°F
Jun 26 59.1°F 59.9°F 61.6°F
Jun 27 58.0°F 60.1°F 62.5°F
Jun 28 58.3°F 60.3°F 63.1°F
Jun 29 60.2°F 60.8°F 63.5°F
Jun 30 58.3°F 61.1°F 63.7°F
Jul 1 60.7°F 61.6°F 63.8°F
Jul 2 62.8°F 61.5°F 64.1°F
Jul 3 63.0°F 63.3°F 64.3°F
Jul 4 62.6°F 62.7°F 63.8°F
Jul 5 62.7°F 64.0°F 64.0°F
Jul 6 62.7°F 64.8°F 63.9°F
Jul 7 62.9°F 65.6°F 64.1°F
Jul 8 63.0°F 64.8°F 64.2°F
Jul 9 62.9°F 66.0°F 64.2°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 Nanaimo by month

In an average year, Nanaimo offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Nanaimo was recorded on July 31, 2022, reaching a 72.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 13, 2019, dipping to 41.5°F. The average readings by season are 45.3°F in Winter, 50.4°F in Spring, 63.7°F in Summer, and 54.3°F in Autumn.