What is the current water temperature in Talcahuano?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Talcahuano?

As of now, in Talcahuano, the water temperature is 15.53°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 Talcahuano

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Talcahuano. 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.

60.0

°F

December 14, 02:06

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

60.3°F

Tomorrow:

59.8°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

21:07

Day Length:

14 h. 39 min.

Talcahuano in December

Minimum:

55.9°F

Average:

58.3°F

Maximum:

61.1°F

Sea water temperature in Talcahuano today

As of now, in Talcahuano, the water temperature is 60.0°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 3.9°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 60.5°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 52.7°F on 2023.

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 59.8°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Talcahuano

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 30	58.2°F	59.0°F	56.1°F
Dec 1	59.8°F	57.2°F	56.0°F
Dec 2	60.6°F	56.2°F	55.9°F
Dec 3	61.1°F	54.3°F	55.5°F
Dec 4	60.9°F	55.3°F	55.7°F
Dec 5	59.6°F	54.1°F	55.7°F
Dec 6	58.5°F	55.0°F	55.5°F
Dec 7	58.6°F	54.2°F	55.9°F
Dec 8	58.8°F	53.4°F	56.2°F
Dec 9	58.1°F	53.2°F	56.3°F
Dec 10	59.7°F	53.8°F	56.5°F
Dec 11	60.6°F	53.0°F	56.6°F
Dec 12	59.8°F	52.1°F	56.8°F
Dec 13	60.3°F	52.5°F	56.4°F
Dec 14	60.0°F	53.3°F	56.1°F
Dec 15	59.8°F	53.9°F	55.9°F
Dec 16	59.7°F	54.3°F	55.8°F
Dec 17	60.0°F	55.3°F	56.2°F
Dec 18	60.0°F	55.4°F	56.2°F
Dec 19	59.8°F	54.0°F	56.0°F
Dec 20	59.6°F	53.9°F	55.8°F
Dec 21	59.6°F	54.2°F	55.7°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 Talcahuano by month

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

The warmest water in Talcahuano was recorded on January 23, 2016, reaching a 64.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on December 28, 2024, dipping to 50.1°F. The average readings by season are 57.2°F in Winter, 56.4°F in Spring, 53.4°F in Summer, and 54.5°F in Autumn.