What is the current water temperature in Dunkerque?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Dunkerque?

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 7.57°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 Dunkerque

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Dunkerque. 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.

45.6

°F

March 17, 08:45

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

45.6°F

Tomorrow:

45.8°F

Sunrise:

07:01

Sunset:

18:58

Day Length:

11 h. 57 min.

Dunkerque in March

Minimum:

46.5°F

Average:

48.1°F

Maximum:

50.8°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 45.6°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 about the same as 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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's reading indicates a minor change compared to the average water temperature of the last two weeks, but the overall trend remains steady. It also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 48.2°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 43.3°F on 2018.

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 46.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 45.8°F, while the maximum might reach 46.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 3	45.3°F	46.3°F	44.6°F
Mar 4	45.4°F	46.2°F	44.6°F
Mar 5	45.1°F	46.2°F	44.6°F
Mar 6	45.1°F	46.6°F	44.7°F
Mar 7	45.4°F	46.7°F	44.7°F
Mar 8	45.9°F	47.4°F	44.8°F
Mar 9	46.4°F	47.5°F	44.8°F
Mar 10	46.4°F	47.4°F	45.1°F
Mar 11	46.4°F	47.5°F	45.1°F
Mar 12	45.9°F	47.5°F	45.2°F
Mar 13	46.0°F	47.4°F	45.4°F
Mar 14	46.1°F	47.5°F	45.6°F
Mar 15	45.8°F	48.0°F	45.7°F
Mar 16	45.6°F	48.3°F	45.8°F
Mar 17	45.6°F	48.2°F	45.7°F
Mar 18	45.8°F	48.3°F	45.9°F
Mar 19	46.0°F	48.9°F	46.1°F
Mar 20	45.9°F	48.8°F	46.0°F
Mar 21	46.0°F	49.3°F	46.1°F
Mar 22	46.1°F	49.3°F	46.2°F
Mar 23	46.1°F	49.4°F	46.2°F
Mar 24	46.3°F	49.3°F	46.4°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 Dunkerque by month

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

The warmest water in Dunkerque was recorded on August 13, 2022, reaching a 70.7°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 2, 2018, dipping to 39.3°F. The average readings by season are 46.7°F in Winter, 49.8°F in Spring, 64.0°F in Summer, and 59.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Calais	45.9°F	23mi
Ostend	43.3°F	27mi
Brugge	42.9°F	39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer	46.0°F	40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque