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 19.95°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

67.9

°F

September 9, 21:43

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

67.9°F

Tomorrow:

67.9°F

Sunrise:

07:16

Sunset:

20:19

Day Length:

13 h. 3 min.

Dunkerque in September

Minimum:

42.6°F

Average:

46.8°F

Maximum:

50.1°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 67.9°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.7°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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 68.5°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 64.7°F on 2019.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 67.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.9°F.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Aug 26	68.6°F	67.6°F	67.3°F
Aug 27	68.4°F	67.3°F	67.1°F
Aug 28	69.1°F	67.2°F	67.2°F
Aug 29	68.7°F	67.4°F	67.2°F
Aug 30	67.7°F	66.9°F	67.0°F
Aug 31	68.5°F	67.1°F	66.8°F
Sep 1	68.9°F	66.7°F	66.8°F
Sep 2	68.7°F	67.1°F	66.7°F
Sep 3	68.5°F	67.1°F	66.6°F
Sep 4	68.7°F	66.3°F	66.5°F
Sep 5	68.8°F	66.5°F	66.5°F
Sep 6	68.5°F	66.2°F	66.4°F
Sep 7	68.3°F	66.5°F	66.4°F
Sep 8	67.9°F	66.2°F	66.4°F
Sep 9	67.9°F	66.2°F	66.3°F
Sep 10	67.9°F	66.2°F	66.3°F
Sep 11	67.8°F	66.0°F	66.1°F
Sep 12	67.6°F	65.7°F	65.9°F
Sep 13	67.5°F	65.5°F	65.8°F
Sep 14	67.4°F	65.1°F	65.8°F
Sep 15	67.1°F	64.6°F	65.5°F
Sep 16	67.0°F	64.1°F	65.3°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 21, 2026, reaching a 71.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 2, 2018, dipping to 39.3°F. The average readings by season are 46.5°F in Winter, 50.2°F in Spring, 64.6°F in Summer, and 59.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Calais	67.8°F	23mi
Ostend	68.0°F	27mi
Brugge	67.3°F	39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer	67.5°F	40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque