What is the current water temperature in Yellowknife?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Yellowknife?

As of now, in Yellowknife, the water temperature is 2.54°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 Yellowknife

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Yellowknife. 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.

36.6

°F

June 6, 07:28

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

36.6°F

Tomorrow:

36.8°F

Sunrise:

03:50

Sunset:

23:23

Day Length:

19 h. 33 min.

Yellowknife in June

Minimum:

32.6°F

Average:

33.3°F

Maximum:

33.7°F

Water temperature in Yellowknife today

As of now, in Yellowknife, the water temperature is 36.6°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. 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

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 39.8°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 35.0°F on 2020.

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 38.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 36.8°F, while the maximum might reach 40.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Yellowknife

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 23	35.5°F	35.3°F	36.2°F
May 24	35.7°F	35.9°F	36.5°F
May 25	35.9°F	36.3°F	36.8°F
May 26	35.8°F	36.3°F	36.7°F
May 27	35.7°F	36.3°F	36.3°F
May 28	35.9°F	36.6°F	36.4°F
May 29	35.9°F	36.7°F	36.3°F
May 30	35.9°F	36.7°F	36.2°F
May 31	36.3°F	36.8°F	36.4°F
Jun 1	36.4°F	36.7°F	36.4°F
Jun 2	36.6°F	36.7°F	36.5°F
Jun 3	36.6°F	36.7°F	36.6°F
Jun 4	36.6°F	36.6°F	36.8°F
Jun 5	36.6°F	36.6°F	36.7°F
Jun 6	36.6°F	36.5°F	36.7°F
Jun 7	36.8°F	36.5°F	37.0°F
Jun 8	37.0°F	36.5°F	37.1°F
Jun 9	37.7°F	37.1°F	37.8°F
Jun 10	38.2°F	37.7°F	38.3°F
Jun 11	38.8°F	38.3°F	38.9°F
Jun 12	39.4°F	38.9°F	39.5°F
Jun 13	40.0°F	39.5°F	40.1°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.

Water temperature in Yellowknife by month

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

The warmest water in Yellowknife was recorded on July 16, 2016, reaching a 68.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 24, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 33.2°F in Winter, 32.9°F in Spring, 52.7°F in Summer, and 45.1°F in Autumn.