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 7.12°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.

44.8

°F

February 5, 12:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

44.9°F

Tomorrow:

44.8°F

Sunrise:

08:22

Sunset:

17:48

Day Length:

9 h. 26 min.

Dunkerque in February

Minimum:

47.0°F

Average:

48.1°F

Maximum:

50.9°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 44.8°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. 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 46.8°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 42.6°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 44.6°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jan 22	44.0°F	43.0°F	44.9°F
Jan 23	43.5°F	43.5°F	44.9°F
Jan 24	43.9°F	43.2°F	44.8°F
Jan 25	44.0°F	43.9°F	44.9°F
Jan 26	44.4°F	43.6°F	44.9°F
Jan 27	44.2°F	44.8°F	44.8°F
Jan 28	44.6°F	44.4°F	44.8°F
Jan 29	45.0°F	44.8°F	44.9°F
Jan 30	44.2°F	44.5°F	44.8°F
Jan 31	44.7°F	44.5°F	44.8°F
Feb 1	44.6°F	44.9°F	44.9°F
Feb 2	45.1°F	45.1°F	44.9°F
Feb 3	44.9°F	45.3°F	44.9°F
Feb 4	44.9°F	45.4°F	44.8°F
Feb 5	44.8°F	45.6°F	44.8°F
Feb 6	44.8°F	45.7°F	44.8°F
Feb 7	44.7°F	45.6°F	44.7°F
Feb 8	44.6°F	45.6°F	44.7°F
Feb 9	44.6°F	45.9°F	44.6°F
Feb 10	44.5°F	46.6°F	44.6°F
Feb 11	44.5°F	46.8°F	44.5°F
Feb 12	44.5°F	47.0°F	44.5°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 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	45.8°F	23mi
Ostend	42.8°F	27mi
Brugge	41.1°F	39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer	45.7°F	40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque