What is the current water temperature in Boulogne-sur-Mer?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Boulogne-sur-Mer?

As of now, in Boulogne-sur-Mer, the water temperature is 13.01°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 Boulogne-sur-Mer

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Boulogne-sur-Mer. 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.

55.4

°F

May 18, 19:38

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

55.6°F

Tomorrow:

55.5°F

Sunrise:

06:01

Sunset:

21:39

Day Length:

15 h. 38 min.

Boulogne-sur-Mer in May

Minimum:

47.5°F

Average:

49.1°F

Maximum:

52.1°F

Sea water temperature in Boulogne-sur-Mer today

As of now, in Boulogne-sur-Mer, the water temperature is 55.4°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 1.3°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 notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 56.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 53.2°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 56.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 55.5°F, while the maximum might reach 56.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Boulogne-sur-Mer

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 4	54.3°F	52.5°F	51.7°F
May 5	53.4°F	52.7°F	51.9°F
May 6	53.7°F	52.4°F	52.0°F
May 7	53.4°F	52.3°F	52.1°F
May 8	53.2°F	53.1°F	52.3°F
May 9	53.2°F	53.0°F	52.6°F
May 10	53.2°F	53.6°F	52.6°F
May 11	53.3°F	53.7°F	52.7°F
May 12	53.7°F	54.1°F	53.1°F
May 13	54.7°F	54.5°F	53.5°F
May 14	55.7°F	54.7°F	53.7°F
May 15	55.9°F	55.6°F	53.8°F
May 16	55.3°F	55.5°F	53.8°F
May 17	55.6°F	56.0°F	54.1°F
May 18	55.4°F	55.9°F	54.1°F
May 19	55.5°F	55.7°F	54.2°F
May 20	55.8°F	56.7°F	54.5°F
May 21	56.2°F	56.6°F	54.9°F
May 22	56.4°F	56.5°F	55.1°F
May 23	56.6°F	56.9°F	55.2°F
May 24	56.6°F	57.5°F	55.3°F
May 25	56.8°F	57.6°F	55.5°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 Boulogne-sur-Mer by month

In an average year, Boulogne-sur-Mer offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Boulogne-sur-Mer was recorded on August 22, 2022, reaching a 70.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 19, 2021, dipping to 41.6°F. The average readings by season are 48.0°F in Winter, 49.8°F in Spring, 63.2°F in Summer, and 60.7°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Calais	56.4°F	19mi
Dunkerque	56.1°F	40mi
Canterbury	57.8°F	45mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Boulogne-sur-Mer