What is the current water temperature in Nuuk?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Nuuk?

As of now, in Nuuk, the water temperature is 4.2°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 Nuuk

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Nuuk. 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.

39.6

°F

June 15, 12:46

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

38.2°F

Tomorrow:

39.9°F

Sunrise:

Sunset:

Day Length:

Nuuk in June

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.4°F

Maximum:

33.6°F

Sea water temperature in Nuuk today

As of now, in Nuuk, the water temperature is 39.6°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 3.0°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 39.0°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 34.1°F on 2020.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 40.1°F, with minimum temperature starting at 39.9°F, while the maximum might reach 40.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Nuuk

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Jun 1	37.3°F	36.4°F	35.6°F
Jun 2	37.1°F	35.9°F	35.4°F
Jun 3	36.1°F	35.3°F	35.5°F
Jun 4	36.2°F	35.1°F	35.5°F
Jun 5	37.1°F	35.1°F	35.7°F
Jun 6	37.7°F	34.9°F	35.8°F
Jun 7	36.6°F	34.8°F	35.6°F
Jun 8	38.3°F	34.6°F	35.9°F
Jun 9	37.9°F	34.6°F	36.1°F
Jun 10	37.8°F	35.6°F	36.6°F
Jun 11	38.6°F	35.6°F	36.9°F
Jun 12	38.8°F	35.3°F	36.8°F
Jun 13	38.5°F	35.0°F	36.9°F
Jun 14	38.2°F	35.1°F	36.7°F
Jun 15	39.6°F	35.2°F	36.6°F
Jun 16	39.9°F	35.2°F	36.9°F
Jun 17	39.9°F	35.0°F	36.9°F
Jun 18	40.0°F	35.1°F	37.0°F
Jun 19	40.2°F	37.1°F	37.2°F
Jun 20	40.0°F	36.6°F	37.0°F
Jun 21	40.3°F	38.4°F	37.3°F
Jun 22	40.4°F	38.2°F	37.4°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 Nuuk by month

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

The warmest water in Nuuk was recorded on August 15, 2019, reaching a 47.5°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 1, 2016, dipping to 32.0°F. The average readings by season are 32.5°F in Winter, 32.8°F in Spring, 39.7°F in Summer, and 36.7°F in Autumn.