What is the current water temperature in Vancouver?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Vancouver?

As of now, in Vancouver, the water temperature is 9.75°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 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.

49.6

°F

April 19, 20:15

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

49.1°F

Tomorrow:

50.2°F

Sunrise:

06:13

Sunset:

20:11

Day Length:

13 h. 58 min.

Vancouver in April

Minimum:

43.1°F

Average:

44.3°F

Maximum:

45.8°F

Sea water temperature in Vancouver today

As of now, in Vancouver, the water temperature is 49.6°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 about the same as 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 52.5°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 46.9°F on 2021.

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 50.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 50.0°F, while the maximum might reach 51.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Vancouver

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 5	48.0°F	48.1°F	48.4°F
Apr 6	48.8°F	48.3°F	48.4°F
Apr 7	48.8°F	48.8°F	48.4°F
Apr 8	49.0°F	48.4°F	48.5°F
Apr 9	49.0°F	48.3°F	48.5°F
Apr 10	48.7°F	48.5°F	48.6°F
Apr 11	48.8°F	48.6°F	48.7°F
Apr 12	47.6°F	48.7°F	48.7°F
Apr 13	49.2°F	49.0°F	48.7°F
Apr 14	48.8°F	48.3°F	48.5°F
Apr 15	49.3°F	48.7°F	48.6°F
Apr 16	49.7°F	48.8°F	48.8°F
Apr 17	49.2°F	48.9°F	49.1°F
Apr 18	49.1°F	48.1°F	49.4°F
Apr 19	49.6°F	49.1°F	49.5°F
Apr 20	50.2°F	49.9°F	50.1°F
Apr 21	50.0°F	50.2°F	49.9°F
Apr 22	50.8°F	51.0°F	50.8°F
Apr 23	51.1°F	49.8°F	51.0°F
Apr 24	51.1°F	50.2°F	51.0°F
Apr 25	51.2°F	50.7°F	51.1°F
Apr 26	51.2°F	50.8°F	51.2°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 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 January 16, 2017, dipping to 42.1°F. The average readings by season are 44.7°F in Winter, 50.3°F in Spring, 63.9°F in Summer, and 53.9°F in Autumn.