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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

45.9

°F

December 21, 21:36

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

46.4°F

Tomorrow:

45.9°F

Sunrise:

08:05

Sunset:

16:17

Day Length:

8 h. 12 min.

Vancouver in December

Minimum:

43.3°F

Average:

44.2°F

Maximum:

45.4°F

Sea water temperature in Vancouver today

As of now, in Vancouver, the water temperature is 45.9°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 0.6°F higher 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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 46.2°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 44.2°F on 2022.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 45.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Vancouver

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 7 45.8°F 46.8°F 45.8°F
Dec 8 46.4°F 46.5°F 45.8°F
Dec 9 46.4°F 46.5°F 45.8°F
Dec 10 46.1°F 46.3°F 45.8°F
Dec 11 46.7°F 46.4°F 45.8°F
Dec 12 46.0°F 46.1°F 45.6°F
Dec 13 46.9°F 46.1°F 45.7°F
Dec 14 46.9°F 46.1°F 45.6°F
Dec 15 46.8°F 46.1°F 45.6°F
Dec 16 46.4°F 46.3°F 45.5°F
Dec 17 46.2°F 46.1°F 45.4°F
Dec 18 46.4°F 46.2°F 45.4°F
Dec 19 46.4°F 46.1°F 45.4°F
Dec 20 46.4°F 46.0°F 45.3°F
Dec 21 45.9°F 45.7°F 45.3°F
Dec 22 45.9°F 45.6°F 45.2°F
Dec 23 45.6°F 45.9°F 44.9°F
Dec 24 45.6°F 46.8°F 45.0°F
Dec 25 45.6°F 46.7°F 45.0°F
Dec 26 45.5°F 46.6°F 44.9°F
Dec 27 45.4°F 46.4°F 44.8°F
Dec 28 45.5°F 46.3°F 44.8°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 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 44.6°F in Winter, 50.3°F in Spring, 63.9°F in Summer, and 54.0°F in Autumn.