What is the current water temperature in Kiel?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Kiel?

As of now, in Kiel, the water temperature is 8.11°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 Kiel

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Kiel. 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.

46.6

°F

December 20, 12:55

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

46.2°F

Tomorrow:

47.2°F

Sunrise:

08:38

Sunset:

15:56

Day Length:

7 h. 18 min.

Kiel in December

Minimum:

35.8°F

Average:

39.4°F

Maximum:

46.6°F

Sea water temperature in Kiel today

As of now, in Kiel, the water temperature is 46.6°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 4.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight 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

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 45.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 38.8°F on 2017.

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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 47.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 46.5°F, while the maximum might reach 47.8°F.

Daily water temperature in Kiel

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 6	45.4°F	42.4°F	43.2°F
Dec 7	45.9°F	42.3°F	43.7°F
Dec 8	46.5°F	41.8°F	44.0°F
Dec 9	46.2°F	42.6°F	44.0°F
Dec 10	46.7°F	42.6°F	43.8°F
Dec 11	45.8°F	41.8°F	43.0°F
Dec 12	46.9°F	41.8°F	43.1°F
Dec 13	46.3°F	41.9°F	42.9°F
Dec 14	45.4°F	42.4°F	42.9°F
Dec 15	45.9°F	40.1°F	42.9°F
Dec 16	45.5°F	39.9°F	42.9°F
Dec 17	46.1°F	40.2°F	43.0°F
Dec 18	46.3°F	38.5°F	41.9°F
Dec 19	46.2°F	38.4°F	42.4°F
Dec 20	46.6°F	39.1°F	41.9°F
Dec 21	47.2°F	39.5°F	42.5°F
Dec 22	47.2°F	39.5°F	42.6°F
Dec 23	47.5°F	39.9°F	42.9°F
Dec 24	47.8°F	42.4°F	43.1°F
Dec 25	46.7°F	40.9°F	42.0°F
Dec 26	46.7°F	41.3°F	42.0°F
Dec 27	46.5°F	40.7°F	41.8°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 Kiel by month

In an average year, Kiel offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Kiel was recorded on July 19, 2021, reaching a 73.6°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 5, 2018, dipping to 32.8°F. The average readings by season are 40.1°F in Winter, 45.6°F in Spring, 63.8°F in Summer, and 56.4°F in Autumn.