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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

38.3

°F

September 21, 20:39

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

38.0°F

Tomorrow:

38.2°F

Sunrise:

09:06

Sunset:

21:32

Day Length:

12 h. 26 min.

Nuuk in September

Minimum:

32.0°F

Average:

32.4°F

Maximum:

34.3°F

Sea water temperature in Nuuk today

As of now, in Nuuk, the water temperature is 38.3°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 0.4°F lower 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 considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 40.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 37.3°F on 2021.

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 38.0°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Nuuk

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 7 41.5°F 39.4°F 41.4°F
Sep 8 42.0°F 39.1°F 40.9°F
Sep 9 41.1°F 39.1°F 40.8°F
Sep 10 40.5°F 39.1°F 40.5°F
Sep 11 39.1°F 38.8°F 40.1°F
Sep 12 39.7°F 38.3°F 39.8°F
Sep 13 39.2°F 38.9°F 39.7°F
Sep 14 39.1°F 38.2°F 39.4°F
Sep 15 39.0°F 38.1°F 39.2°F
Sep 16 39.3°F 38.2°F 39.2°F
Sep 17 39.0°F 39.2°F 39.1°F
Sep 18 39.5°F 38.3°F 38.8°F
Sep 19 39.3°F 38.2°F 38.9°F
Sep 20 38.0°F 38.1°F 38.7°F
Sep 21 38.3°F 37.9°F 38.7°F
Sep 22 38.2°F 38.6°F 38.6°F
Sep 23 38.2°F 38.5°F 38.6°F
Sep 24 38.0°F 38.3°F 38.4°F
Sep 25 37.9°F 37.3°F 38.3°F
Sep 26 37.8°F 37.2°F 38.2°F
Sep 27 38.0°F 36.9°F 38.4°F
Sep 28 38.1°F 38.0°F 38.5°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.