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Water temperature in Vancouver

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Vancouver. 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 Vancouver now

56.0

°F

May 19, 14:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

56.4°F

Tomorrow:

56.1°F

Sunrise:

05:23

Sunset:

20:55

Day Length:

15 h. 32 min.

Vancouver in May

Minimum:

42.7°F

Average:

43.7°F

Maximum:

45.3°F

Sea water temperature in Vancouver today

As of now, in Vancouver, the water temperature is 56.0°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 1.0°F lower 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 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 58.6°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 53.3°F on 2022.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 57.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 56.1°F, while the maximum might reach 57.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Vancouver

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 5 51.8°F 52.8°F 53.0°F
May 6 52.0°F 52.4°F 53.2°F
May 7 52.2°F 52.8°F 53.4°F
May 8 52.1°F 53.3°F 53.3°F
May 9 52.0°F 53.1°F 53.5°F
May 10 52.4°F 53.3°F 53.9°F
May 11 52.9°F 52.5°F 54.3°F
May 12 53.3°F 53.3°F 54.8°F
May 13 53.8°F 53.1°F 55.3°F
May 14 54.3°F 54.4°F 55.7°F
May 15 55.7°F 56.4°F 56.4°F
May 16 56.8°F 56.6°F 56.8°F
May 17 57.2°F 57.2°F 57.0°F
May 18 56.4°F 58.2°F 57.0°F
May 19 56.0°F 58.6°F 57.0°F
May 20 56.1°F 59.4°F 57.2°F
May 21 56.6°F 60.0°F 57.6°F
May 22 57.0°F 61.3°F 58.0°F
May 23 57.3°F 60.5°F 58.3°F
May 24 57.3°F 59.2°F 58.3°F
May 25 57.5°F 59.1°F 58.5°F
May 26 57.1°F 57.3°F 58.1°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 Vancouver by month

In an average year, Vancouver offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Vancouver was recorded on August 1, 2021, reaching a 71.9°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 8, 2014, dipping to 41.9°F. The average readings by season are 44.5°F in Winter, 50.3°F in Spring, 64.0°F in Summer, and 54.0°F in Autumn.