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 17.49°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

63.5

°F

December 8, 04:46

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

61.0°F

Tomorrow:

63.4°F

Sunrise:

06:53

Sunset:

20:12

Day Length:

13 h. 19 min.

Iquique in December

Minimum:

62.4°F

Average:

67.6°F

Maximum:

73.2°F

Sea water temperature in Iquique today

As of now, in Iquique, the water temperature is 63.5°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 0.6°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 67.9°F on 2015, while the historical minimum was 62.4°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest 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 63.8°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
Nov 24	61.7°F	64.1°F	64.1°F
Nov 25	62.6°F	64.6°F	64.3°F
Nov 26	61.9°F	66.3°F	64.5°F
Nov 27	61.5°F	65.8°F	64.6°F
Nov 28	62.3°F	65.5°F	64.4°F
Nov 29	61.8°F	65.2°F	64.2°F
Nov 30	61.8°F	64.7°F	64.6°F
Dec 1	61.8°F	64.6°F	64.5°F
Dec 2	60.4°F	64.7°F	64.0°F
Dec 3	61.2°F	64.9°F	63.6°F
Dec 4	62.0°F	65.8°F	63.6°F
Dec 5	62.9°F	62.2°F	63.3°F
Dec 6	61.1°F	62.6°F	63.5°F
Dec 7	61.0°F	62.4°F	63.5°F
Dec 8	63.5°F	63.2°F	64.1°F
Dec 9	63.4°F	64.1°F	64.1°F
Dec 10	63.1°F	60.5°F	63.7°F
Dec 11	63.4°F	61.1°F	64.0°F
Dec 12	63.7°F	62.6°F	64.3°F
Dec 13	63.8°F	62.8°F	64.4°F
Dec 14	64.4°F	62.3°F	65.0°F
Dec 15	64.7°F	61.2°F	65.4°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 66.0°F in Winter, 64.0°F in Spring, 62.0°F in Summer, and 62.1°F in Autumn.