What is the current water temperature in Iquique?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Iquique?

As of now, in Iquique, the water temperature is 19.62°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Iquique

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Iquique. 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.

67.3

°F

October 11, 01:13

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.8°F

Tomorrow:

67.3°F

Sunrise:

07:14

Sunset:

19:42

Day Length:

12 h. 28 min.

Iquique in October

Minimum:

62.5°F

Average:

66.8°F

Maximum:

72.3°F

Sea water temperature in Iquique today

As of now, in Iquique, the water temperature is 67.3°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 6.0°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 considerably 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 63.7°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 59.2°F on 2024.

latest data

last year

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 67.2°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Iquique

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 27	69.6°F	61.3°F	62.0°F
Sep 28	69.6°F	61.6°F	62.3°F
Sep 29	69.4°F	61.7°F	62.1°F
Sep 30	69.1°F	61.7°F	62.2°F
Oct 1	67.8°F	62.0°F	61.8°F
Oct 2	66.7°F	62.2°F	61.8°F
Oct 3	65.8°F	62.2°F	61.7°F
Oct 4	68.3°F	61.9°F	62.1°F
Oct 5	68.0°F	61.3°F	62.1°F
Oct 6	67.7°F	62.4°F	62.3°F
Oct 7	70.2°F	62.7°F	62.5°F
Oct 8	67.8°F	62.8°F	62.1°F
Oct 9	68.1°F	62.3°F	62.2°F
Oct 10	67.8°F	60.7°F	61.8°F
Oct 11	67.3°F	60.2°F	61.3°F
Oct 12	67.3°F	59.5°F	61.3°F
Oct 13	67.2°F	59.8°F	61.2°F
Oct 14	67.2°F	60.1°F	61.3°F
Oct 15	67.4°F	60.5°F	61.4°F
Oct 16	67.2°F	60.8°F	61.2°F
Oct 17	66.9°F	58.8°F	61.0°F
Oct 18	67.3°F	60.9°F	61.3°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 Iquique by month

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

The warmest water in Iquique was recorded on January 25, 2017, reaching a 75.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on October 17, 2022, dipping to 57.6°F. The average readings by season are 65.7°F in Winter, 63.8°F in Spring, 62.2°F in Summer, and 62.1°F in Autumn.