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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.
Sea temperature in Dunkerque now

59.5

°F

October 23, 00:27

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

59.7°F

Tomorrow:

59.3°F

Sunrise:

08:27

Sunset:

18:42

Day Length:

10 h. 15 min.

Dunkerque in October

Minimum:

45.1°F

Average:

46.7°F

Maximum:

49.8°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 59.5°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 0.5°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 slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. 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 61.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 57.4°F on 2020.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 58.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 58.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 59.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Oct 9 60.6°F 60.8°F 61.0°F
Oct 10 60.5°F 60.6°F 60.8°F
Oct 11 60.4°F 60.3°F 60.7°F
Oct 12 60.3°F 60.1°F 60.5°F
Oct 13 60.2°F 59.8°F 60.5°F
Oct 14 60.1°F 59.7°F 60.4°F
Oct 15 59.9°F 59.5°F 60.2°F
Oct 16 59.8°F 59.3°F 60.1°F
Oct 17 59.9°F 59.5°F 59.9°F
Oct 18 59.6°F 59.1°F 59.5°F
Oct 19 59.4°F 59.5°F 59.4°F
Oct 20 59.3°F 59.1°F 59.3°F
Oct 21 59.3°F 59.0°F 59.2°F
Oct 22 59.7°F 58.7°F 59.1°F
Oct 23 59.5°F 58.8°F 58.9°F
Oct 24 59.3°F 58.9°F 58.8°F
Oct 25 59.2°F 58.5°F 58.6°F
Oct 26 59.0°F 58.8°F 58.5°F
Oct 27 58.9°F 58.7°F 58.3°F
Oct 28 58.6°F 58.1°F 58.1°F
Oct 29 58.4°F 58.5°F 57.8°F
Oct 30 58.2°F 58.3°F 57.7°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 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, 49.9°F in Spring, 64.1°F in Summer, and 59.8°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Calais 59.7°F 23mi
Ostend 58.0°F 27mi
Brugge 57.5°F 39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer 60.0°F 40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque