What is the current water temperature in Québec?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Québec?

As of now, in Québec, the water temperature is 13.5°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 Québec

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Québec. 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.

56.3

°F

May 27, 17:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

56.4°F

Tomorrow:

56.9°F

Sunrise:

04:58

Sunset:

20:26

Day Length:

15 h. 28 min.

Québec in June

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.8°F

Maximum:

34.7°F

Water temperature in Québec today

As of now, in Québec, the water temperature is 56.3°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 1.6°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The water temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent water 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 59.7°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 48.9°F on 2017.

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 58.2°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.9°F, while the maximum might reach 59.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Québec

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 13	48.1°F	43.7°F	46.9°F
May 14	48.1°F	46.0°F	47.8°F
May 15	47.1°F	48.0°F	48.3°F
May 16	47.9°F	50.0°F	49.2°F
May 17	49.5°F	50.3°F	49.8°F
May 18	51.8°F	50.5°F	50.5°F
May 19	51.9°F	50.5°F	51.0°F
May 20	51.1°F	50.5°F	51.4°F
May 21	52.7°F	49.6°F	52.0°F
May 22	53.4°F	50.7°F	52.5°F
May 23	54.6°F	51.5°F	53.3°F
May 24	55.1°F	51.7°F	54.2°F
May 25	55.3°F	52.0°F	54.8°F
May 26	56.4°F	51.5°F	55.0°F
May 27	56.3°F	51.7°F	54.7°F
May 28	56.9°F	52.1°F	55.3°F
May 29	57.1°F	54.0°F	55.5°F
May 30	57.8°F	54.0°F	56.2°F
May 31	58.3°F	55.5°F	56.7°F
Jun 1	58.7°F	54.9°F	57.2°F
Jun 2	59.1°F	54.2°F	57.5°F
Jun 3	59.6°F	54.7°F	58.0°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.

Water temperature in Québec by month

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

The warmest water in Québec was recorded on July 14, 2018, reaching a 78.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2022, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 33.8°F in Winter, 40.3°F in Spring, 68.0°F in Summer, and 56.0°F in Autumn.