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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.
Sea temperature in Nuuk now

45.0

°F

August 10, 16:38

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

44.5°F

Tomorrow:

45.1°F

Sunrise:

-

Sunset:

-

Day Length:

-

Nuuk in August

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.5°F

Maximum:

33.7°F

Sea water temperature in Nuuk today

As of now, in Nuuk, the water temperature is 45.0°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 2.7°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 stay about the same.

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 46.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 40.1°F on 2023.

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 45.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 44.7°F, while the maximum might reach 46.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Nuuk

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 27 43.7°F 45.1°F 41.2°F
Jul 28 44.8°F 42.8°F 41.1°F
Jul 29 44.1°F 44.1°F 41.3°F
Jul 30 43.7°F 44.0°F 41.3°F
Jul 31 43.5°F 43.6°F 41.6°F
Aug 1 43.6°F 43.2°F 41.3°F
Aug 2 43.1°F 43.5°F 41.2°F
Aug 3 43.6°F 42.9°F 41.4°F
Aug 4 43.1°F 42.5°F 41.8°F
Aug 5 44.3°F 43.4°F 42.2°F
Aug 6 44.7°F 42.7°F 42.2°F
Aug 7 44.9°F 43.7°F 42.5°F
Aug 8 44.2°F 42.2°F 42.4°F
Aug 9 44.5°F 41.9°F 42.1°F
Aug 10 45.0°F 42.1°F 42.3°F
Aug 11 45.1°F 42.2°F 42.4°F
Aug 12 44.7°F 39.4°F 42.0°F
Aug 13 45.3°F 41.6°F 42.6°F
Aug 14 46.0°F 41.4°F 43.3°F
Aug 15 45.9°F 41.0°F 43.2°F
Aug 16 45.8°F 41.7°F 43.1°F
Aug 17 45.4°F 41.4°F 42.7°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 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, 39.8°F in Summer, and 36.7°F in Autumn.