What is the current water temperature in Ilulissat?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Ilulissat?

As of now, in Ilulissat, the water temperature is 1.72°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 Ilulissat

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Ilulissat. 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.

35.1

°F

June 19, 10:04

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

35.1°F

Tomorrow:

35.3°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Ilulissat in June

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.0°F

Maximum:

32.0°F

Sea water temperature in Ilulissat today

As of now, in Ilulissat, the water temperature is 35.1°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 0.6°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 36.0°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 32.7°F on 2022.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 35.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 35.3°F, while the maximum might reach 36.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Ilulissat

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 5	33.9°F	32.5°F	33.7°F
Jun 6	34.0°F	32.7°F	33.6°F
Jun 7	34.0°F	32.9°F	33.8°F
Jun 8	34.0°F	33.1°F	34.1°F
Jun 9	34.0°F	33.9°F	34.4°F
Jun 10	34.2°F	34.2°F	34.4°F
Jun 11	34.3°F	34.1°F	34.6°F
Jun 12	34.6°F	34.2°F	34.7°F
Jun 13	36.3°F	34.3°F	35.0°F
Jun 14	36.2°F	35.0°F	35.2°F
Jun 15	36.0°F	34.8°F	35.1°F
Jun 16	35.7°F	34.7°F	34.8°F
Jun 17	35.4°F	34.5°F	34.8°F
Jun 18	35.1°F	34.4°F	34.7°F
Jun 19	35.1°F	34.3°F	34.5°F
Jun 20	35.3°F	34.1°F	34.8°F
Jun 21	35.5°F	33.9°F	34.9°F
Jun 22	35.5°F	33.9°F	35.0°F
Jun 23	35.8°F	34.0°F	35.2°F
Jun 24	35.8°F	34.2°F	35.2°F
Jun 25	35.9°F	34.3°F	35.3°F
Jun 26	36.2°F	34.6°F	35.7°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 Ilulissat by month

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

The warmest water in Ilulissat was recorded on August 31, 2019, reaching a 43.3°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 32.0°F in Winter, 32.1°F in Spring, 37.0°F in Summer, and 35.2°F in Autumn.