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 18.95°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

66.1

°F

June 24, 13:51

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

64.6°F

Tomorrow:

66.3°F

Sunrise:

05:36

Sunset:

22:09

Day Length:

16 h. 33 min.

Dunkerque in June

Minimum:

42.8°F

Average:

47.2°F

Maximum:

50.3°F

Sea water temperature in Dunkerque today

As of now, in Dunkerque, the water temperature is 66.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 3.4°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 64.8°F on 2025, while the historical minimum was 60.6°F on 2016.

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 66.8°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.3°F, while the maximum might reach 67.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Dunkerque

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 10	60.6°F	58.9°F	59.7°F
Jun 11	60.6°F	59.1°F	59.8°F
Jun 12	60.7°F	60.1°F	60.1°F
Jun 13	60.1°F	61.0°F	60.2°F
Jun 14	60.7°F	60.7°F	60.5°F
Jun 15	61.1°F	60.8°F	60.8°F
Jun 16	61.0°F	61.5°F	61.0°F
Jun 17	61.4°F	62.6°F	61.3°F
Jun 18	61.7°F	63.4°F	61.4°F
Jun 19	62.6°F	63.9°F	61.6°F
Jun 20	62.8°F	64.6°F	62.0°F
Jun 21	63.6°F	64.5°F	62.1°F
Jun 22	64.6°F	64.7°F	62.3°F
Jun 23	64.6°F	64.4°F	62.6°F
Jun 24	66.1°F	64.8°F	62.7°F
Jun 25	66.3°F	64.9°F	62.9°F
Jun 26	66.6°F	64.3°F	63.1°F
Jun 27	66.4°F	63.6°F	63.0°F
Jun 28	66.8°F	65.0°F	63.4°F
Jun 29	67.0°F	65.8°F	63.6°F
Jun 30	67.2°F	66.4°F	63.8°F
Jul 1	67.3°F	66.8°F	63.9°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 46.5°F in Winter, 50.2°F in Spring, 64.4°F in Summer, and 59.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Calais	65.5°F	23mi
Ostend	67.3°F	27mi
Brugge	67.8°F	39mi
Boulogne-sur-Mer	65.3°F	40mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Dunkerque