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Water temperature in Punta Arenas

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Punta Arenas. 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 Punta Arenas now

49.9

°F

February 12, 19:37

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

49.6°F

Tomorrow:

49.7°F

Sunrise:

06:36

Sunset:

21:19

Day Length:

14 h. 43 min.

Punta Arenas in February

Minimum:

47.1°F

Average:

48.2°F

Maximum:

50.0°F

Sea water temperature in Punta Arenas today

As of now, in Punta Arenas, the water temperature is 49.9°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 0.3°F higher than 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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 51.6°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 48.6°F on 2019.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 49.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 49.4°F, and the maximum might stay at 49.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Punta Arenas

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jan 29 49.5°F 49.7°F 49.0°F
Jan 30 50.1°F 49.9°F 49.1°F
Jan 31 50.5°F 49.9°F 49.1°F
Feb 1 50.2°F 49.9°F 49.1°F
Feb 2 49.8°F 49.2°F 49.0°F
Feb 3 50.2°F 49.6°F 49.2°F
Feb 4 50.2°F 49.9°F 49.2°F
Feb 5 50.1°F 49.7°F 49.3°F
Feb 6 50.4°F 49.2°F 49.4°F
Feb 7 50.5°F 49.5°F 49.6°F
Feb 8 50.5°F 49.1°F 49.7°F
Feb 9 50.0°F 49.0°F 49.5°F
Feb 10 50.0°F 49.6°F 49.5°F
Feb 11 49.6°F 49.7°F 49.5°F
Feb 12 49.9°F 49.6°F 49.6°F
Feb 13 49.7°F 49.7°F 49.5°F
Feb 14 49.6°F 49.6°F 49.3°F
Feb 15 49.5°F 49.3°F 49.2°F
Feb 16 49.4°F 49.5°F 49.2°F
Feb 17 49.4°F 49.4°F 49.1°F
Feb 18 49.4°F 49.7°F 49.1°F
Feb 19 49.4°F 49.2°F 49.1°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.

Sea water temperature in Punta Arenas by month

In an average year, Punta Arenas offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Punta Arenas was recorded on February 12, 2021, reaching a 51.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on August 24, 2023, dipping to 41.6°F. The average readings by season are 48.3°F in Winter, 47.1°F in Spring, 43.6°F in Summer, and 44.1°F in Autumn.