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 10.11°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.

50.2

°F

April 18, 14:42

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

50.2°F

Tomorrow:

50.5°F

Sunrise:

06:50

Sunset:

20:51

Day Length:

14 h. 1 min.

Dunkerque in April

Minimum:

46.6°F

Average:

48.0°F

Maximum:

50.7°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 50.2°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 0.4°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 rise a bit.

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 51.7°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 46.9°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 50.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 50.5°F, while the maximum might reach 51.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 4	48.8°F	50.4°F	47.9°F
Apr 5	50.1°F	50.3°F	48.1°F
Apr 6	50.2°F	50.4°F	48.2°F
Apr 7	50.0°F	50.3°F	48.1°F
Apr 8	50.0°F	50.1°F	48.2°F
Apr 9	50.5°F	50.5°F	48.4°F
Apr 10	49.7°F	50.6°F	48.5°F
Apr 11	49.8°F	50.8°F	48.7°F
Apr 12	49.6°F	50.8°F	48.8°F
Apr 13	49.9°F	50.8°F	48.9°F
Apr 14	50.1°F	51.4°F	49.2°F
Apr 15	50.1°F	52.4°F	49.3°F
Apr 16	50.3°F	52.2°F	49.7°F
Apr 17	50.2°F	52.0°F	49.7°F
Apr 18	50.2°F	51.7°F	49.8°F
Apr 19	50.5°F	51.8°F	50.1°F
Apr 20	50.6°F	51.3°F	50.3°F
Apr 21	50.8°F	51.1°F	50.5°F
Apr 22	51.0°F	50.8°F	50.6°F
Apr 23	51.0°F	50.8°F	50.6°F
Apr 24	51.1°F	50.8°F	50.7°F
Apr 25	51.3°F	50.8°F	50.9°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	50.3°F	23mi
Ostend	50.7°F	27mi
Brugge	50.2°F	39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer	51.0°F	40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque